Sầm Sơn Population 2026
Sầm Sơn has a population of 129,801, making it the #109 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Thanh Hóa Province. Roughly 0.1% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 108× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
129,801
Rank in Vietnam
#109
Coordinates
19.73°N, 105.90°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
144 km
89 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Thanh Hóa Province
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Thanh Hóa | 850,000 | #8 |
| Nghi Sơn | 302,210 | #32 |
| Bỉm Sơn | 53,754 | #186 |
| Nga Sơn | 47,176 | #199 |
| Thị Trấn Lam Sơn | 33,117 | #223 |
Cities near Sầm Sơn
FAQ
What is the population of Sầm Sơn?
Sầm Sơn has a population of 129,801 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #109 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Sầm Sơn in?
Sầm Sơn is located in Thanh Hóa Province, Vietnam.
Is Sầm Sơn the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 144 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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