Mae Chan Population 2026
Mae Chan has a population of 37,672, making it the #141 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Chiang Rai. Roughly 0.1% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 135× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,672
Rank in Thailand
#141
Coordinates
20.15°N, 99.85°E
~416 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
714 km
443 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiang Rai
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Chiang Rai | 78,756 | #67 |
| Mae Sai | 27,520 | #182 |
Cities near Mae Chan
- Chiang Rai78,756 people · ~27 km away
- Mae Sai27,520 people · ~32 km away
- Phayao21,058 people · ~106 km away
- Dok Kham Tai23,824 people · ~110 km away
- San Kamphaeng32,950 people · ~174 km away
- Chiang Mai127,240 people · ~176 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mae Chan?
Mae Chan has a population of 37,672 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #141 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Mae Chan in?
Mae Chan is located in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Is Mae Chan the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 714 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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