Paya Terubong Population 2026
Paya Terubong has a population of 226,712, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.6% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 6.4× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
226,712
Rank in Malaysia
#40
Coordinates
5.37°N, 100.28°E
~156 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
293 km
182 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Penang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Val Dor | 88,600 | #90 |
Cities near Paya Terubong
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~4 km away
- Jelutong63,507 people · ~5 km away
- Kampung Sungai Ara140,849 people · ~5 km away
- Balik Pulau23,559 people · ~5 km away
- George Town158,336 people · ~8 km away
- Bayan Lepas130,455 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paya Terubong?
Paya Terubong has a population of 226,712 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Paya Terubong in?
Paya Terubong is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Paya Terubong the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 293 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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