Thanh Hóa Population 2026
Thanh Hóa has a population of 850,000, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Thanh Hóa Province. Roughly 0.8% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
850,000
Rank in Vietnam
#8
Coordinates
19.80°N, 105.77°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
136 km
84 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Thanh Hóa Province
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Nghi Sơn | 302,210 | #32 |
| Sầm Sơn | 129,801 | #109 |
| Bỉm Sơn | 53,754 | #186 |
| Nga Sơn | 47,176 | #199 |
| Thị Trấn Lam Sơn | 33,117 | #223 |
Cities near Thanh Hóa
FAQ
What is the population of Thanh Hóa?
Thanh Hóa has a population of 850,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Thanh Hóa in?
Thanh Hóa is located in Thanh Hóa Province, Vietnam.
Is Thanh Hóa the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 136 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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