Phủ Lý Population 2026
Phủ Lý has a population of 136,654, making it the #101 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Ninh Binh. Roughly 0.1% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 102× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
136,654
Rank in Vietnam
#101
Coordinates
20.55°N, 105.91°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
54 km
34 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Phủ Lý?
Phủ Lý has a population of 136,654 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #101 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Phủ Lý in?
Phủ Lý is located in Ninh Binh, Vietnam.
Is Phủ Lý the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 54 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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