How Jakarta Performs in 2026 Oxford Global Cities Index
The Oxford Economics Global Cities Index evaluates global urban centers, including Jakarta across economic performance, human capital, and more.
In 2026, Jakarta has climbed to the 140th position in the Oxford Economics Global Cities Index, an improvement from 159th place in 2025 and 284th in 2024. This index assesses 1,000 cities worldwide across various criteria, including economic strength, human capital, quality of life, environmental sustainability, and governance. Jakarta's overall global standing is 140th, placing it in the top 20 percent for economic performance and the top 5 percent for natural resources.
However, the city ranks in the bottom 40 percent for quality of life, environmental sustainability, and governance.
Compared to other Southeast Asian cities, Jakarta lags behind Singapore (29th), Kuala Lumpur (65th), and Bangkok (122nd). However, it outperforms Manila (174th) and Ho Chi Minh City (205th) in the region. Jakarta is not the only Indonesian city featured in the index; others include Bandung (409th), Yogyakarta (396th), Denpasar (382nd), and Surabaya (308th).
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