Pasir Gudang Population 2026
Pasir Gudang has a population of 534,659, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 1.5% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 2.7× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
534,659
Rank in Malaysia
#16
Coordinates
1.46°N, 103.91°E
~29 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
309 km
192 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Pelentong | 583,640 | #8 |
| Iskandar Puteri | 575,977 | #10 |
| Mukim Pulai | 505,661 | #17 |
| Kampung Larkin Lama | 500,000 | #19 |
| Kampung Kangkar Teberau | 412,373 | #25 |
| Kluang | 323,762 | #31 |
| Muar | 314,776 | #32 |
Cities near Pasir Gudang
- Bandar Seri Alam220,000 people · ~6 km away
- Pelentong583,640 people · ~11 km away
- Johor Bahru858,118 people · ~16 km away
- Kampung Kangkar Teberau412,373 people · ~18 km away
- Kampung Larkin Lama500,000 people · ~18 km away
- Pengerang15,494 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pasir Gudang?
Pasir Gudang has a population of 534,659 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pasir Gudang in?
Pasir Gudang is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Pasir Gudang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 309 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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