Tangkak Population 2026
Tangkak has a population of 35,109, making it the #188 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,109
Rank in Malaysia
#188
Coordinates
2.27°N, 102.55°E
~20 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
136 km
84 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 Tangkak
- Bukit Gambir40,000 people · ~14 km away
- Merlimau18,632 people · ~19 km away
- Gerisek33,217 people · ~19 km away
- Taman Pelangi32,000 people · ~23 km away
- Muar314,776 people · ~25 km away
- Kampung Machap Baru16,000 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tangkak?
Tangkak has a population of 35,109 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #188 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Tangkak in?
Tangkak is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Tangkak the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 136 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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