Sakon Nakhon Population 2026
Sakon Nakhon has a population of 76,237, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Sakon Nakhon. Roughly 0.1% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 67× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,237
Rank in Thailand
#71
Coordinates
17.16°N, 104.15°E
~165 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
544 km
338 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sakon Nakhon
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Sawang Daen Din | 16,825 | #264 |
| Warichaphum | 15,760 | #277 |
Cities near Sakon Nakhon
- Khao Wong15,184 people · ~52 km away
- Warichaphum15,760 people · ~56 km away
- Kuchinarai20,532 people · ~70 km away
- Nakhon Phanom34,595 people · ~73 km away
- Sawang Daen Din16,825 people · ~81 km away
- Seka16,493 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sakon Nakhon?
Sakon Nakhon has a population of 76,237 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Sakon Nakhon in?
Sakon Nakhon is located in Sakon Nakhon, Thailand.
Is Sakon Nakhon the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 544 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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