Sitiawan Population 2026
Sitiawan has a population of 156,234, making it the #55 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.4% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 9.3× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
156,234
Rank in Malaysia
#55
Coordinates
4.22°N, 100.70°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
162 km
101 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Ipoh | 759,952 | #5 |
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Taiping | 217,647 | #43 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
| Parit | 60,988 | #120 |
Cities near Sitiawan
- Seri Manjung100,000 people · ~4 km away
- Lumut39,595 people · ~8 km away
- Pantai Remis16,317 people · ~28 km away
- Parit60,988 people · ~38 km away
- Teluk Intan232,800 people · ~42 km away
- Hutan Melintang28,357 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sitiawan?
Sitiawan has a population of 156,234 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #55 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Sitiawan in?
Sitiawan is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Sitiawan the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 162 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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