Phaya Thai Population 2026
Phaya Thai has a population of 70,238, making it the #77 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Bangkok. Roughly 0.1% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 73× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,238
Rank in Thailand
#77
Coordinates
13.78°N, 100.54°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
5 km
3 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bangkok
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | 5,104,476 | #1 |
| Bang Khae | 193,002 | #6 |
| Sai Mai | 188,123 | #9 |
| Watthana | 171,150 | #11 |
| Khlong Sam Wa | 169,489 | #12 |
| Bang Khun Thian | 165,491 | #13 |
| Lat Krabang | 163,175 | #14 |
| Chatuchak | 160,906 | #15 |
Cities near Phaya Thai
- Sam Sen Nai30,476 people · ~1 km away
- Dusit107,655 people · ~3 km away
- Ratchathewi73,035 people · ~3 km away
- Din Daeng130,220 people · ~3 km away
- Bang Sue125,440 people · ~4 km away
- Huai Khwang78,175 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Phaya Thai?
Phaya Thai has a population of 70,238 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #77 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Phaya Thai in?
Phaya Thai is located in Bangkok, Thailand.
Is Phaya Thai the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 5 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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