Malacca Population 2026
Malacca has a population of 579,000, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Melaka. Roughly 1.6% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 2.5× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
579,000
Rank in Malaysia
#9
Coordinates
2.20°N, 102.24°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
122 km
76 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Melaka
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kampung Bukit Baharu | 55,656 | #132 |
| Durian Tunggal | 42,185 | #159 |
| Klebang Besar | 38,643 | #177 |
| Kampung Ayer Keroh | 37,716 | #182 |
| Kampung Kerubong | 31,936 | #207 |
| Kampong Masjid Tanah | 29,185 | #228 |
| Sungai Udang | 26,044 | #244 |
| Batu Berendam | 25,028 | #250 |
Cities near Malacca
- Klebang Besar38,643 people · ~5 km away
- Kampung Bukit Baharu55,656 people · ~5 km away
- Batu Berendam25,028 people · ~6 km away
- Kampung Ayer Keroh37,716 people · ~9 km away
- Kampung Tanjung Minyak23,074 people · ~9 km away
- Kampung Kerubong31,936 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Malacca?
Malacca has a population of 579,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Malacca in?
Malacca is located in Melaka, Malaysia.
Is Malacca the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 122 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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