Taman Petaling Population 2026
Taman Petaling has a population of 423,062, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kuala Lumpur. Roughly 1.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 3.4× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
423,062
Rank in Malaysia
#23
Coordinates
3.20°N, 101.65°E
~76 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
8 km
5 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kuala Lumpur
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur | 1,453,975 | #1 |
| Wangsa Maju | 215,600 | #44 |
| Bandar Utama | 200,000 | #47 |
| Bukit Jalil | 200,000 | #48 |
| Ampang | 126,285 | #70 |
| Titiwangsa | 122,096 | #71 |
| Sentul | 100,000 | #79 |
| Kepong | 85,960 | #92 |
Cities near Taman Petaling
- Kepong85,960 people · ~2 km away
- Sentul100,000 people · ~4 km away
- Batu Caves254,083 people · ~6 km away
- Titiwangsa122,096 people · ~6 km away
- Selayang Baru Utara542,409 people · ~6 km away
- Bandar Utama200,000 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Taman Petaling?
Taman Petaling has a population of 423,062 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Taman Petaling in?
Taman Petaling is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Is Taman Petaling the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 8 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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