Chiang Mai's 2025 population is now estimated at 1,244,190. In 1950, the population of Chiang Mai was 63,140. Chiang Mai has grown by 15,420 in the last year, which represents a 1.25% annual change.These population estimates and projections come from the latest revision of the UN World Urbanization Prospects. These estimates represent the Urban agglomeration of Chiang Mai, which typically includes Chiang Mai's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.