Nghĩa Lộ Population 2026
Nghĩa Lộ has a population of 68,206, making it the #171 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Lao Cai. Roughly 0.1% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 205× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,206
Rank in Vietnam
#171
Coordinates
21.60°N, 104.52°E
~260 m elevation · Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
151 km
94 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lao Cai
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Lào Cai | 130,671 | #108 |
| Yên Bái | 100,631 | #138 |
| Thị Trấn Phố Lu | 32,800 | #224 |
Cities near Nghĩa Lộ
- Yên Bái100,631 people · ~43 km away
- Ít Ong16,153 people · ~51 km away
- Sơn La106,052 people · ~69 km away
- Phú Thọ91,650 people · ~76 km away
- Tuyên Quang104,645 people · ~76 km away
- Thị Trấn Phố Lu32,800 people · ~87 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nghĩa Lộ?
Nghĩa Lộ has a population of 68,206 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #171 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Nghĩa Lộ in?
Nghĩa Lộ is located in Lao Cai, Vietnam.
Is Nghĩa Lộ the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 151 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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