Loikaw Population 2026
Loikaw has a population of 17,293, making it the #154 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Kayah State. It is about 259× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,293
Rank in Myanmar
#154
Coordinates
19.68°N, 97.21°E
~893 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
113 km
70 miles, straight line
Cities near Loikaw
FAQ
What is the population of Loikaw?
Loikaw has a population of 17,293 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #154 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Loikaw in?
Loikaw is located in Kayah State, Myanmar.
Is Loikaw the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 113 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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