Phrae Population 2026
Phrae has a population of 38,538, making it the #138 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Phrae. Roughly 0.1% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 132× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,538
Rank in Thailand
#138
Coordinates
18.15°N, 100.14°E
~162 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
490 km
304 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Phrae
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Den Chai | 17,019 | #258 |
Cities near Phrae
- Den Chai17,019 people · ~20 km away
- Uttaradit58,313 people · ~58 km away
- Lampang156,139 people · ~70 km away
- Si Satchanalai25,942 people · ~81 km away
- Nan24,670 people · ~98 km away
- Sawankhalok19,805 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Phrae?
Phrae has a population of 38,538 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #138 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Phrae in?
Phrae is located in Phrae, Thailand.
Is Phrae the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 490 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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