Pelentong Population 2026
Pelentong has a population of 583,640, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. 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)
583,640
Rank in Malaysia
#8
Coordinates
1.52°N, 103.82°E
~25 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
298 km
185 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Iskandar Puteri | 575,977 | #10 |
| Pasir Gudang | 534,659 | #16 |
| 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 Pelentong
- Bandar Seri Alam220,000 people · ~6 km away
- Kampung Kangkar Teberau412,373 people · ~8 km away
- Kampung Larkin Lama500,000 people · ~9 km away
- Johor Bahru858,118 people · ~10 km away
- Pasir Gudang534,659 people · ~11 km away
- Mukim Pulai505,661 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pelentong?
Pelentong has a population of 583,640 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pelentong in?
Pelentong is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Pelentong the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 298 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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