Kubang Semang Population 2026
Kubang Semang has a population of 27,194, making it the #238 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 53× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,194
Rank in Malaysia
#238
Coordinates
5.40°N, 100.46°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
286 km
178 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Penang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Paya Terubong | 226,712 | #40 |
| Bukit Mertajam | 212,329 | #45 |
| George Town | 158,336 | #53 |
| Kampung Sungai Glugur | 145,600 | #62 |
| Kampung Sungai Ara | 140,849 | #64 |
| Tasek Glugor | 135,786 | #67 |
| Bayan Lepas | 130,455 | #68 |
| Butterworth | 107,591 | #74 |
Cities near Kubang Semang
- Bukit Mertajam212,329 people · ~5 km away
- Sungai Dua28,100 people · ~5 km away
- Bukit Tengah54,416 people · ~7 km away
- Perai65,301 people · ~9 km away
- Lunas18,236 people · ~9 km away
- Tasek Glugor135,786 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kubang Semang?
Kubang Semang has a population of 27,194 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #238 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kubang Semang in?
Kubang Semang is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Kubang Semang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 286 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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