Kuantan Population 2026
Kuantan has a population of 548,014, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. Roughly 1.5% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 2.7× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
548,014
Rank in Malaysia
#12
Coordinates
3.81°N, 103.33°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
196 km
122 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Maran | 111,056 | #73 |
| Temerluh | 59,916 | #126 |
| Bentong Town | 49,213 | #144 |
| Kampung Perak | 44,964 | #156 |
| Mentakab | 42,171 | #160 |
| Bentung | 40,373 | #164 |
| Raub | 40,024 | #166 |
| Jerantut | 33,606 | #196 |
Cities near Kuantan
- Pekan31,826 people · ~37 km away
- Cukai82,425 people · ~50 km away
- FELDA Chini18,493 people · ~64 km away
- Maran111,056 people · ~66 km away
- Kertih24,401 people · ~80 km away
- Kampung Perak44,964 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuantan?
Kuantan has a population of 548,014 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuantan in?
Kuantan is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Kuantan the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 196 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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