Chiang Mai Population 2026
Chiang Mai has a population of 127,240, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Chiang Mai. Roughly 0.2% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
127,240
Rank in Thailand
#27
Coordinates
18.79°N, 98.98°E
~313 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
583 km
362 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiang Mai
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| San Kamphaeng | 32,950 | #161 |
| Hang Dong | 17,931 | #246 |
| San Pa Tong | 17,773 | #248 |
Cities near Chiang Mai
- Hang Dong17,931 people · ~13 km away
- San Kamphaeng32,950 people · ~15 km away
- San Pa Tong17,773 people · ~20 km away
- Lamphun43,196 people · ~23 km away
- Pa Sang15,607 people · ~30 km away
- Lampang156,139 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai has a population of 127,240 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Chiang Mai in?
Chiang Mai is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Is Chiang Mai the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 583 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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