Bago Population 2026
Bago has a population of 244,376, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Bago Region. Roughly 0.4% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
244,376
Rank in Myanmar
#8
Coordinates
17.34°N, 96.48°E
~18 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
271 km
168 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bago Region
| City | Population | Rank in Myanmar |
|---|---|---|
| Pyay | 135,308 | #23 |
| Taungoo | 106,945 | #35 |
| Nyaunglebin | 89,626 | #45 |
| Tharyarwady | 54,386 | #69 |
| Pyu | 40,386 | #96 |
| Letpandan | 38,936 | #102 |
| Daik-u | 38,477 | #104 |
| Thanatpin | 38,059 | #105 |
Cities near Bago
FAQ
What is the population of Bago?
Bago has a population of 244,376 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Bago in?
Bago is located in Bago Region, Myanmar.
Is Bago the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 271 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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