Kyaukme Population 2026
Kyaukme has a population of 39,930, making it the #100 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Shan State. Roughly 0.1% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 112× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,930
Rank in Myanmar
#100
Coordinates
22.54°N, 97.03°E
~769 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
325 km
202 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shan State
Cities near Kyaukme
FAQ
What is the population of Kyaukme?
Kyaukme has a population of 39,930 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #100 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Kyaukme in?
Kyaukme is located in Shan State, Myanmar.
Is Kyaukme the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 325 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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