Nyaung-U Population 2026
Nyaung-U has a population of 48,528, making it the #78 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Mandalay Region. Roughly 0.1% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 92× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,528
Rank in Myanmar
#78
Coordinates
21.20°N, 94.91°E
~62 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
206 km
128 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mandalay Region
Cities near Nyaung-U
- Pakokku126,938 people · ~24 km away
- Chauk90,870 people · ~35 km away
- Kyaukpadaung42,817 people · ~46 km away
- Myingyan141,713 people · ~57 km away
- Yesagyo23,329 people · ~59 km away
- Yenangyaung110,553 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nyaung-U?
Nyaung-U has a population of 48,528 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #78 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Nyaung-U in?
Nyaung-U is located in Mandalay Region, Myanmar.
Is Nyaung-U the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 206 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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