Batu Anam Population 2026
Batu Anam has a population of 21,923, making it the #272 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 66× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,923
Rank in Malaysia
#272
Coordinates
2.58°N, 102.71°E
~22 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
130 km
81 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 Batu Anam
- Gemas29,777 people · ~11 km away
- Segamat69,816 people · ~14 km away
- Taman Pelangi32,000 people · ~18 km away
- Rompin41,931 people · ~27 km away
- Kampung Selang20,000 people · ~32 km away
- Tangkak35,109 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Batu Anam?
Batu Anam has a population of 21,923 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #272 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Batu Anam in?
Batu Anam is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Batu Anam the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 130 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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