Segamat Population 2026
Segamat has a population of 69,816, making it the #105 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,816
Rank in Malaysia
#105
Coordinates
2.51°N, 102.82°E
~35 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
143 km
89 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 Segamat
- Batu Anam21,923 people · ~14 km away
- Taman Pelangi32,000 people · ~18 km away
- Kampung Selang20,000 people · ~20 km away
- Gemas29,777 people · ~24 km away
- Labis21,906 people · ~27 km away
- Gerisek33,217 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Segamat?
Segamat has a population of 69,816 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #105 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Segamat in?
Segamat is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Segamat the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 143 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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