Bandar Nabawan Population 2026
Bandar Nabawan has a population of 31,807, making it the #210 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Sabah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,807
Rank in Malaysia
#210
Coordinates
5.04°N, 116.43°E
~459 m elevation · Asia/Kuching
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
1,648 km
1,023 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 Nabawan
FAQ
What is the population of Bandar Nabawan?
Bandar Nabawan has a population of 31,807 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #210 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bandar Nabawan in?
Bandar Nabawan is located in Sabah, Malaysia.
Is Bandar Nabawan the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 1,648 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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