Gemas Population 2026
Gemas has a population of 29,777, making it the #224 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Negeri Sembilan. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,777
Rank in Malaysia
#224
Coordinates
2.58°N, 102.61°E
~34 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
120 km
75 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Negeri Sembilan
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Seremban | 372,917 | #28 |
| Port Dickson | 119,300 | #72 |
| Taman Senawang Indah | 64,497 | #111 |
| Seremban 2 | 62,000 | #119 |
| Rompin | 41,931 | #161 |
| Kampung Baharu Nilai | 38,612 | #178 |
| Bahau | 31,273 | #211 |
| Taman Seremban Jaya | 31,016 | #213 |
Cities near Gemas
FAQ
What is the population of Gemas?
Gemas has a population of 29,777 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #224 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Gemas in?
Gemas is located in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
Is Gemas the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 120 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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