Pagoh Population 2026
Pagoh has a population of 95,202, making it the #83 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.3% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
95,202
Rank in Malaysia
#83
Coordinates
2.15°N, 102.77°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
163 km
101 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 Pagoh
- Gerisek33,217 people · ~10 km away
- Bukit Gambir40,000 people · ~15 km away
- Bakri30,280 people · ~18 km away
- Parit Sulung82,399 people · ~23 km away
- Kampung Selang20,000 people · ~25 km away
- Muar314,776 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pagoh?
Pagoh has a population of 95,202 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #83 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pagoh in?
Pagoh is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Pagoh the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 163 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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