Kuala Penyu Population 2026
Kuala Penyu has a population of 24,200, making it the #257 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Sabah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 60× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,200
Rank in Malaysia
#257
Coordinates
5.57°N, 115.60°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Kuching
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
1,566 km
972 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 Kuala Penyu
FAQ
What is the population of Kuala Penyu?
Kuala Penyu has a population of 24,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #257 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuala Penyu in?
Kuala Penyu is located in Sabah, Malaysia.
Is Kuala Penyu the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 1,566 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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