Cha-am Population 2026
Cha-am has a population of 49,375, making it the #111 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Phetchaburi. Roughly 0.1% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 103× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,375
Rank in Thailand
#111
Coordinates
12.80°N, 99.97°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
121 km
75 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Phetchaburi
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Phetchaburi | 46,601 | #116 |
| Tha Yang | 42,602 | #126 |
| Khao Yoi | 18,506 | #241 |
Cities near Cha-am
- Tha Yang42,602 people · ~19 km away
- Hua Hin126,355 people · ~26 km away
- Phetchaburi46,601 people · ~35 km away
- Pran Buri47,293 people · ~47 km away
- Khao Yoi18,506 people · ~51 km away
- Sam Roi Yot19,709 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cha-am?
Cha-am has a population of 49,375 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #111 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Cha-am in?
Cha-am is located in Phetchaburi, Thailand.
Is Cha-am the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 121 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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