Raub Population 2026
Raub has a population of 40,024, making it the #166 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. 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)
40,024
Rank in Malaysia
#166
Coordinates
3.79°N, 101.86°E
~149 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
75 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 548,014 | #12 |
| Maran | 111,056 | #73 |
| Temerluh | 59,916 | #126 |
| Bentong Town | 49,213 | #144 |
| Kampung Perak | 44,964 | #156 |
| Mentakab | 42,171 | #160 |
| Bentung | 40,373 | #164 |
| Jerantut | 33,606 | #196 |
Cities near Raub
- Bentung40,373 people · ~29 km away
- Bentong Town49,213 people · ~30 km away
- Kuala Kubu Baharu194,387 people · ~33 km away
- Tanjong Malim66,103 people · ~39 km away
- Hulu Yam Lama20,334 people · ~44 km away
- Kuala Lipis15,448 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Raub?
Raub has a population of 40,024 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #166 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Raub in?
Raub is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Raub the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 75 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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