Semporna Population 2026
Semporna has a population of 62,641, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Sabah. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
62,641
Rank in Malaysia
#117
Coordinates
4.48°N, 118.61°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Kuching
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
1,884 km
1,170 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 |
| Bandar Labuan | 54,752 | #134 |
Cities near Semporna
- Lahad Datu105,622 people · ~68 km away
- Tawau372,615 people · ~84 km away
- Sandakan439,050 people · ~161 km away
- Bandar Nabawan31,807 people · ~250 km away
- Ranau19,294 people · ~271 km away
- Tambunan29,294 people · ~281 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Semporna?
Semporna has a population of 62,641 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Semporna in?
Semporna is located in Sabah, Malaysia.
Is Semporna the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 1,884 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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