Shah Alam Population 2026
Shah Alam has a population of 740,750, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Selangor. Roughly 2.0% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 2.0× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
740,750
Rank in Malaysia
#6
Coordinates
3.09°N, 101.53°E
~53 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
18 km
11 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Selangor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kampung Baru Subang | 833,571 | #3 |
| Petaling Jaya | 807,879 | #4 |
| Bukit Rahman Putra | 607,000 | #7 |
| Selayang Baru Utara | 542,409 | #15 |
| Kota Damansara | 500,000 | #20 |
| Puchong | 375,181 | #27 |
| Setapak | 353,268 | #30 |
| Kapar | 269,627 | #34 |
Cities near Shah Alam
- Kampung Baru Subang833,571 people · ~7 km away
- Petaling Jaya807,879 people · ~9 km away
- Kota Damansara500,000 people · ~9 km away
- Bandar Bukit Raja146,534 people · ~11 km away
- Klang240,016 people · ~11 km away
- Bandar Utama200,000 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shah Alam?
Shah Alam has a population of 740,750 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Shah Alam in?
Shah Alam is located in Selangor, Malaysia.
Is Shah Alam the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 18 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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