Kulim Population 2026
Kulim has a population of 170,889, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.5% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 8.5× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
170,889
Rank in Malaysia
#52
Coordinates
5.36°N, 100.56°E
~54 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
277 km
172 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kedah
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kuala Muda | 544,984 | #13 |
| Sungai Petani | 544,851 | #14 |
| Alor Setar | 417,800 | #24 |
| Pendang | 94,033 | #85 |
| Yan Besar | 67,653 | #107 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
| Padang Serai | 50,757 | #139 |
Cities near Kulim
- Lunas18,236 people · ~8 km away
- Bukit Mertajam212,329 people · ~11 km away
- Kubang Semang27,194 people · ~12 km away
- Bukit Tengah54,416 people · ~14 km away
- Tasek Glugor135,786 people · ~15 km away
- Val Dor88,600 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kulim?
Kulim has a population of 170,889 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kulim in?
Kulim is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Kulim the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 277 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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