Hpa-An Population 2026
Hpa-An has a population of 50,000, making it the #75 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Kayin State. Roughly 0.1% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 90× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,000
Rank in Myanmar
#75
Coordinates
16.89°N, 97.63°E
~18 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
355 km
220 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kayin State
| City | Population | Rank in Myanmar |
|---|---|---|
| Kawkareik | 48,468 | #79 |
| Myawaddy | 45,000 | #83 |
| Payathonzu | 27,311 | #124 |
Cities near Hpa-An
FAQ
What is the population of Hpa-An?
Hpa-An has a population of 50,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #75 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Hpa-An in?
Hpa-An is located in Kayin State, Myanmar.
Is Hpa-An the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 355 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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