Mentakab Population 2026
Mentakab has a population of 42,171, making it the #160 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,171
Rank in Malaysia
#160
Coordinates
3.49°N, 102.35°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
83 km
52 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 548,014 | #12 |
| Maran | 111,056 | #73 |
| Temerluh | 59,916 | #126 |
| Bentong Town | 49,213 | #144 |
| Kampung Perak | 44,964 | #156 |
| Bentung | 40,373 | #164 |
| Raub | 40,024 | #166 |
| Jerantut | 33,606 | #196 |
Cities near Mentakab
- Temerluh59,916 people · ~9 km away
- Maran111,056 people · ~48 km away
- Bentong Town49,213 people · ~49 km away
- Bentung40,373 people · ~50 km away
- Kampung Perak44,964 people · ~50 km away
- Jerantut33,606 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mentakab?
Mentakab has a population of 42,171 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #160 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Mentakab in?
Mentakab is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Mentakab the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 83 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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