Keningau Population 2026
Keningau has a population of 77,650, making it the #100 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Sabah. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
77,650
Rank in Malaysia
#100
Coordinates
5.34°N, 116.16°E
~277 m elevation · Asia/Kuching
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
1,623 km
1,008 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 |
| Semporna | 62,641 | #117 |
| Bandar Labuan | 54,752 | #134 |
Cities near Keningau
- Bandar Nabawan31,807 people · ~44 km away
- Beaufort15,855 people · ~46 km away
- Tambunan29,294 people · ~50 km away
- Papar19,278 people · ~51 km away
- Kinarut15,716 people · ~55 km away
- Donggongon78,086 people · ~64 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Keningau?
Keningau has a population of 77,650 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #100 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Keningau in?
Keningau is located in Sabah, Malaysia.
Is Keningau the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 1,623 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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