Pattaya Population 2026
Pattaya has a population of 116,417, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Chon Buri. Roughly 0.2% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
116,417
Rank in Thailand
#41
Coordinates
12.93°N, 100.88°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
100 km
62 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chon Buri
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Chon Buri | 219,164 | #4 |
| Si Racha | 178,916 | #10 |
| Sattahip | 65,444 | #80 |
| Bang Lamung | 39,620 | #132 |
| Ban Ang Sila | 36,055 | #146 |
| Ban Talat Bueng | 26,113 | #185 |
| Ban Bueng | 23,509 | #199 |
| Phanat Nikhom | 21,924 | #209 |
Cities near Pattaya
- Bang Lamung39,620 people · ~14 km away
- Ban Talat Bueng26,113 people · ~20 km away
- Si Racha178,916 people · ~27 km away
- Ban Chang28,204 people · ~30 km away
- Sattahip65,444 people · ~30 km away
- Ban Ang Sila36,055 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pattaya?
Pattaya has a population of 116,417 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Pattaya in?
Pattaya is located in Chon Buri, Thailand.
Is Pattaya the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 100 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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