Bandar Tenggara Population 2026
Bandar Tenggara has a population of 15,278, making it the #347 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. It is about 95× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,278
Rank in Malaysia
#347
Coordinates
1.87°N, 103.62°E
~49 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
257 km
160 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Pelentong | 583,640 | #8 |
| Iskandar Puteri | 575,977 | #10 |
| Pasir Gudang | 534,659 | #16 |
| Mukim Pulai | 505,661 | #17 |
| Kampung Larkin Lama | 500,000 | #19 |
| Kampung Kangkar Teberau | 412,373 | #25 |
| Kluang | 323,762 | #31 |
Cities near Bandar Tenggara
- Kampung Sedenak22,535 people · ~20 km away
- Kulai63,762 people · ~24 km away
- Bandar Putra Kulai19,793 people · ~25 km away
- Taman Senai73,176 people · ~30 km away
- Kampung Batu Empat21,898 people · ~30 km away
- Simpang Renggam59,033 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bandar Tenggara?
Bandar Tenggara has a population of 15,278 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #347 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bandar Tenggara in?
Bandar Tenggara is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Bandar Tenggara the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 257 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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