Taiping Population 2026
Taiping has a population of 217,647, making it the #43 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.6% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 6.7× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
217,647
Rank in Malaysia
#43
Coordinates
4.85°N, 100.73°E
~19 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
217 km
135 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Ipoh | 759,952 | #5 |
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
| Parit | 60,988 | #120 |
Cities near Taiping
- Kamunting36,243 people · ~4 km away
- Batu Kurau22,307 people · ~15 km away
- Simpang Empat58,004 people · ~16 km away
- Padang Rengas38,294 people · ~16 km away
- Kuala Kangsar39,331 people · ~24 km away
- Bagan Serai20,476 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Taiping?
Taiping has a population of 217,647 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #43 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Taiping in?
Taiping is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Taiping the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 217 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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