Thayetmyo Population 2026
Thayetmyo has a population of 98,185, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Magway. Roughly 0.2% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
98,185
Rank in Myanmar
#37
Coordinates
19.32°N, 95.18°E
~47 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
110 km
68 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Magway
| City | Population | Rank in Myanmar |
|---|---|---|
| Pakokku | 126,938 | #28 |
| Yenangyaung | 110,553 | #34 |
| Magway | 96,954 | #39 |
| Chauk | 90,870 | #43 |
| Taungdwingyi | 70,094 | #54 |
| Myaydo | 57,395 | #64 |
| Minbu | 57,342 | #65 |
| Yesagyo | 23,329 | #143 |
Cities near Thayetmyo
FAQ
What is the population of Thayetmyo?
Thayetmyo has a population of 98,185 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Thayetmyo in?
Thayetmyo is located in Magway, Myanmar.
Is Thayetmyo the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 110 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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