Magway Population 2026
Magway has a population of 96,954, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Magway. Roughly 0.2% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
96,954
Rank in Myanmar
#39
Coordinates
20.15°N, 94.93°E
~60 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
133 km
83 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Magway
| City | Population | Rank in Myanmar |
|---|---|---|
| Pakokku | 126,938 | #28 |
| Yenangyaung | 110,553 | #34 |
| Thayetmyo | 98,185 | #37 |
| Chauk | 90,870 | #43 |
| Taungdwingyi | 70,094 | #54 |
| Myaydo | 57,395 | #64 |
| Minbu | 57,342 | #65 |
| Yesagyo | 23,329 | #143 |
Cities near Magway
- Minbu57,342 people · ~7 km away
- Yenangyaung110,553 people · ~36 km away
- Taungdwingyi70,094 people · ~66 km away
- Kyaukpadaung42,817 people · ~80 km away
- Chauk90,870 people · ~84 km away
- Myaydo57,395 people · ~92 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Magway?
Magway has a population of 96,954 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Magway in?
Magway is located in Magway, Myanmar.
Is Magway the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 133 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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