Mae Sai Population 2026
Mae Sai has a population of 27,520, making it the #182 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Chiang Rai. It is about 185× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,520
Rank in Thailand
#182
Coordinates
20.43°N, 99.88°E
~437 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
746 km
463 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiang Rai
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Chiang Rai | 78,756 | #67 |
| Mae Chan | 37,672 | #141 |
Cities near Mae Sai
- Mae Chan37,672 people · ~32 km away
- Chiang Rai78,756 people · ~59 km away
- Phayao21,058 people · ~138 km away
- Dok Kham Tai23,824 people · ~142 km away
- San Kamphaeng32,950 people · ~204 km away
- Chiang Mai127,240 people · ~205 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mae Sai?
Mae Sai has a population of 27,520 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #182 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Mae Sai in?
Mae Sai is located in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Is Mae Sai the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 746 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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