Mường Lay Population 2026
Mường Lay has a population of 20,450, making it the #265 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Điện Biên Province. It is about 685× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,450
Rank in Vietnam
#265
Coordinates
22.00°N, 103.13°E
~496 m elevation · Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
300 km
186 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Điện Biên Province
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Dien Bien Phu | 84,672 | #155 |
Cities near Mường Lay
- Lai Châu42,973 people · ~55 km away
- Dien Bien Phu84,672 people · ~69 km away
- Thị Trấn Thuận Châu153,000 people · ~85 km away
- Lào Cai130,671 people · ~102 km away
- Ít Ong16,153 people · ~107 km away
- Sơn La106,052 people · ~111 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mường Lay?
Mường Lay has a population of 20,450 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #265 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Mường Lay in?
Mường Lay is located in Điện Biên Province, Vietnam.
Is Mường Lay the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 300 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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