Kwai Chung Population 2026
Kwai Chung has a population of 331,600, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, located in Kwai Tsing District. Roughly 4.5% of Hong Kong's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Hong Kong, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
331,600
Rank in Hong Kong
#8
Coordinates
22.37°N, 114.14°E
~84 m elevation · Asia/Hong_Kong
Distance to capital (Hong Kong)
11 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kwai Tsing District
| City | Population | Rank in Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Tsing Yi Town | 182,100 | #16 |
| Tai Wo Hau | 20,848 | #63 |
Cities near Kwai Chung
- Tai Wo Hau20,848 people · ~2 km away
- Tsuen Wan318,916 people · ~3 km away
- Discovery Park17,325 people · ~3 km away
- Mei Foo45,990 people · ~3 km away
- So Uk Estate18,748 people · ~3 km away
- So Uk18,956 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kwai Chung?
Kwai Chung has a population of 331,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Hong Kong.
What region is Kwai Chung in?
Kwai Chung is located in Kwai Tsing District, Hong Kong.
Is Kwai Chung the capital of Hong Kong?
No, the capital of Hong Kong is City of Victoria, about 11 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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