Yên Bái Population 2026
Yên Bái has a population of 100,631, making it the #138 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Lao Cai. Roughly 0.1% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 139× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
100,631
Rank in Vietnam
#138
Coordinates
21.72°N, 104.91°E
~45 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
124 km
77 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lao Cai
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Lào Cai | 130,671 | #108 |
| Nghĩa Lộ | 68,206 | #171 |
| Thị Trấn Phố Lu | 32,800 | #224 |
Cities near Yên Bái
- Tuyên Quang104,645 people · ~33 km away
- Nghĩa Lộ68,206 people · ~43 km away
- Phú Thọ91,650 people · ~48 km away
- Việt Trì415,280 people · ~67 km away
- Cổ Đô70,706 people · ~68 km away
- Thị Trấn Đại Từ179,192 people · ~76 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Yên Bái?
Yên Bái has a population of 100,631 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #138 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Yên Bái in?
Yên Bái is located in Lao Cai, Vietnam.
Is Yên Bái the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 124 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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