Nibong Tebal Population 2026
Nibong Tebal has a population of 40,072, making it the #165 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,072
Rank in Malaysia
#165
Coordinates
5.17°N, 100.48°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
262 km
163 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 Nibong Tebal
- Sungai Jawi19,586 people · ~4 km away
- Bandar Baharu44,412 people · ~4 km away
- Parit Buntar27,313 people · ~5 km away
- Jawi36,601 people · ~6 km away
- Val Dor88,600 people · ~10 km away
- Bukit Tambun22,900 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nibong Tebal?
Nibong Tebal has a population of 40,072 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #165 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Nibong Tebal in?
Nibong Tebal is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Nibong Tebal the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 262 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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