Kinarut Population 2026
Kinarut has a population of 15,716, making it the #341 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Sabah. It is about 93× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,716
Rank in Malaysia
#341
Coordinates
5.82°N, 116.05°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuching
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
1,619 km
1,005 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 Kinarut
- Petagas35,844 people · ~10 km away
- Donggongon78,086 people · ~11 km away
- Putatan78,340 people · ~12 km away
- Papar19,278 people · ~16 km away
- Kota Kinabalu500,421 people · ~17 km away
- Tambunan29,294 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kinarut?
Kinarut has a population of 15,716 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #341 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kinarut in?
Kinarut is located in Sabah, Malaysia.
Is Kinarut the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 1,619 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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