Pasir Mas Population 2026
Pasir Mas has a population of 230,424, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kelantan. Roughly 0.6% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 6.3× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
230,424
Rank in Malaysia
#39
Coordinates
6.05°N, 102.14°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
327 km
203 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kelantan
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Bharu | 568,900 | #11 |
| Pasir Puteh | 137,400 | #65 |
| Kuala Krai | 105,007 | #76 |
| Kampong Pangkal Kalong | 39,904 | #171 |
| Tanah Merah | 29,116 | #229 |
| Peringat | 23,288 | #261 |
| Gua Musang | 19,731 | #295 |
| Kampong Kadok | 19,233 | #305 |
Cities near Pasir Mas
- Wakaf Baharu17,033 people · ~10 km away
- Kampong Kadok19,233 people · ~13 km away
- Kota Bharu568,900 people · ~14 km away
- Peringat23,288 people · ~16 km away
- Kampong Pangkal Kalong39,904 people · ~17 km away
- Tanah Merah29,116 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pasir Mas?
Pasir Mas has a population of 230,424 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pasir Mas in?
Pasir Mas is located in Kelantan, Malaysia.
Is Pasir Mas the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 327 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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