Kuah Population 2026
Kuah has a population of 30,212, making it the #219 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,212
Rank in Malaysia
#219
Coordinates
6.33°N, 99.84°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
409 km
254 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kedah
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kuala Muda | 544,984 | #13 |
| Sungai Petani | 544,851 | #14 |
| Alor Setar | 417,800 | #24 |
| Kulim | 170,889 | #52 |
| Pendang | 94,033 | #85 |
| Yan Besar | 67,653 | #107 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
Cities near Kuah
- Kampung Baru Ulu Melaka18,898 people · ~7 km away
- Kangar63,869 people · ~41 km away
- Kampung Hutan Arau20,000 people · ~50 km away
- Padang Besar16,235 people · ~51 km away
- Kuala Kedah19,231 people · ~56 km away
- Anak Bukit16,525 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuah?
Kuah has a population of 30,212 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #219 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuah in?
Kuah is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Kuah the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 409 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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