Taunggyi Population 2026
Taunggyi has a population of 160,115, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Shan State. Roughly 0.3% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
160,115
Rank in Myanmar
#19
Coordinates
20.79°N, 97.04°E
~1,430 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
150 km
93 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shan State
Cities near Taunggyi
FAQ
What is the population of Taunggyi?
Taunggyi has a population of 160,115 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Taunggyi in?
Taunggyi is located in Shan State, Myanmar.
Is Taunggyi the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 150 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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