Yong Peng Population 2026
Yong Peng has a population of 27,138, making it the #240 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 54× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,138
Rank in Malaysia
#240
Coordinates
2.01°N, 103.07°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
198 km
123 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Pelentong | 583,640 | #8 |
| Iskandar Puteri | 575,977 | #10 |
| Pasir Gudang | 534,659 | #16 |
| Mukim Pulai | 505,661 | #17 |
| Kampung Larkin Lama | 500,000 | #19 |
| Kampung Kangkar Teberau | 412,373 | #25 |
| Kluang | 323,762 | #31 |
Cities near Yong Peng
- Parit Raja17,441 people · ~17 km away
- Parit Sulung82,399 people · ~21 km away
- Batu Pahat156,236 people · ~23 km away
- Kluang323,762 people · ~28 km away
- Kampung Minyak Beku19,374 people · ~31 km away
- Kampung Simpang Renggam17,528 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Yong Peng?
Yong Peng has a population of 27,138 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #240 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Yong Peng in?
Yong Peng is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Yong Peng the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 198 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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