Mersing Population 2026
Mersing has a population of 22,007, making it the #271 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 66× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,007
Rank in Malaysia
#271
Coordinates
2.43°N, 103.84°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
252 km
156 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 Mersing
- Bandar Tenggara15,278 people · ~67 km away
- Kampung Batu Empat21,898 people · ~73 km away
- Kluang323,762 people · ~73 km away
- Kota Tinggi52,743 people · ~77 km away
- Kampung Sedenak22,535 people · ~87 km away
- Simpang Renggam59,033 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mersing?
Mersing has a population of 22,007 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #271 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Mersing in?
Mersing is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Mersing the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 252 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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