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Ho Chi Minh City is the capital city of Vietnam with a population of 14,002,598 inhabitants, making it one of the world's largest megacities. Discover its history, landmarks, and cultural heritage.
Notable personalities born in Ho Chi Minh City include: Ke Huy Quan, Amanda Lear, Minh Mạng, Tsui Hark.
Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam
Population
14,002,598
inhabitants
Area
6,772.6
km²
Elevation
13
m
Density
2,068
inh./km²
Coordinates
10.8° N
106.7° E
106.7° E
Ho Chi Minh City Population Evolution
The population of Ho Chi Minh City in 2026 is estimated to 18,615,480 inhabitants. This estimate is taken from our extrapolation of available data and not an official estimate.
Population Summary
| Year | Population | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 8,224,400 | |
| 2016 | 10,380,000 | +26.2% |
| 2022 | 9,389,720 | -9.5% |
| 2024 | 14,002,598 | +49.1% |
Interactive Map of Ho Chi Minh City
Points of Interest
What to see in Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Củ Chi tunnels
Landmark 81
Con Dao Airport
Bitexco Financial Tower
Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
Independence Palace
War Remnants Museum
Famous People Born in Ho Chi Minh City
Minh Mạng
monarch
Born 1791
- Died 1841
Amanda Lear
actor
Born 1939
Tsui Hark
screenwriter
Born 1951
Ke Huy Quan
actor
Born 1971