Bandar Labuan Population 2026
Bandar Labuan has a population of 54,752, making it the #134 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Sabah. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,752
Rank in Malaysia
#134
Coordinates
5.28°N, 115.25°E
~1 m elevation · Asia/Kuching
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
1,523 km
946 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sabah
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu | 500,421 | #18 |
| Sandakan | 439,050 | #21 |
| Tawau | 372,615 | #29 |
| Lahad Datu | 105,622 | #75 |
| Putatan | 78,340 | #98 |
| Donggongon | 78,086 | #99 |
| Keningau | 77,650 | #100 |
| Semporna | 62,641 | #117 |
Cities near Bandar Labuan
FAQ
What is the population of Bandar Labuan?
Bandar Labuan has a population of 54,752 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #134 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bandar Labuan in?
Bandar Labuan is located in Sabah, Malaysia.
Is Bandar Labuan the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 1,523 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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