Kota Tinggi Population 2026
Kota Tinggi has a population of 52,743, making it the #137 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,743
Rank in Malaysia
#137
Coordinates
1.74°N, 103.90°E
~17 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
291 km
181 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 Kota Tinggi
- Kampung Batu Empat21,898 people · ~5 km away
- Pelentong583,640 people · ~25 km away
- Bandar Seri Alam220,000 people · ~26 km away
- Kampung Kangkar Teberau412,373 people · ~28 km away
- Pasir Gudang534,659 people · ~31 km away
- Kampung Larkin Lama500,000 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kota Tinggi?
Kota Tinggi has a population of 52,743 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #137 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kota Tinggi in?
Kota Tinggi is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Kota Tinggi the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 291 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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