Biên Hòa Population 2026
Biên Hòa has a population of 1,272,235, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Dong Nai. Roughly 1.2% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,272,235
Rank in Vietnam
#7
Coordinates
10.94°N, 106.82°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
1,126 km
699 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Dong Nai
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Xuân Lộc | 253,140 | #46 |
| Long Khánh | 171,276 | #77 |
| Đồng Xoài | 168,000 | #80 |
| Chơn Thành | 121,083 | #115 |
| Trảng Bom | 57,560 | #179 |
| Long Thành | 27,084 | #238 |
| Phước Hòa | 15,418 | #285 |
Cities near Biên Hòa
FAQ
What is the population of Biên Hòa?
Biên Hòa has a population of 1,272,235 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Biên Hòa in?
Biên Hòa is located in Dong Nai, Vietnam.
Is Biên Hòa the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 1,126 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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