Nha Trang Population 2026
Nha Trang has a population of 579,000, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Khanh Hoa. Roughly 0.6% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
579,000
Rank in Vietnam
#11
Coordinates
12.25°N, 109.19°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
1,039 km
645 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khanh Hoa
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Ninh Hòa | 230,566 | #52 |
| Phan Rang-Tháp Chàm | 207,998 | #63 |
| Cam Ranh | 146,771 | #95 |
| Tu Bông | 29,751 | #234 |
| Khánh Hải | 15,585 | #284 |
Cities near Nha Trang
FAQ
What is the population of Nha Trang?
Nha Trang has a population of 579,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Nha Trang in?
Nha Trang is located in Khanh Hoa, Vietnam.
Is Nha Trang the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 1,039 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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