Perai Population 2026
Perai has a population of 65,301, making it the #110 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,301
Rank in Malaysia
#110
Coordinates
5.38°N, 100.38°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
288 km
179 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 Perai
- Butterworth107,591 people · ~3 km away
- George Town158,336 people · ~6 km away
- Jelutong63,507 people · ~7 km away
- Bukit Tengah54,416 people · ~7 km away
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~8 km away
- Sungai Dua28,100 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Perai?
Perai has a population of 65,301 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #110 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Perai in?
Perai is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Perai the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 288 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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