Khon Kaen Population 2026
Khon Kaen has a population of 114,459, making it the #44 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Khon Kaen. Roughly 0.2% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
114,459
Rank in Thailand
#44
Coordinates
16.45°N, 102.83°E
~167 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
390 km
242 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khon Kaen
Cities near Khon Kaen
- Ban Phai35,583 people · ~44 km away
- Nong Kung Si17,001 people · ~55 km away
- Maha Sarakham51,584 people · ~58 km away
- Kalasin55,102 people · ~72 km away
- Kaeng Khro29,056 people · ~72 km away
- Phu Khiao17,122 people · ~76 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Khon Kaen?
Khon Kaen has a population of 114,459 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #44 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Khon Kaen in?
Khon Kaen is located in Khon Kaen, Thailand.
Is Khon Kaen the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 390 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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