Tanjong Malim Population 2026
Tanjong Malim has a population of 66,103, making it the #108 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. 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)
66,103
Rank in Malaysia
#108
Coordinates
3.68°N, 101.52°E
~44 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
63 km
39 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 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Parit | 60,988 | #120 |
Cities near Tanjong Malim
- Kuala Kubu Baharu194,387 people · ~20 km away
- Hulu Yam Lama20,334 people · ~29 km away
- Bukit Beruntung20,023 people · ~30 km away
- Serendah71,202 people · ~36 km away
- Raub40,024 people · ~39 km away
- Rawang199,095 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tanjong Malim?
Tanjong Malim has a population of 66,103 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #108 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Tanjong Malim in?
Tanjong Malim is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Tanjong Malim the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 63 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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