Kwun Tong Population 2026
Kwun Tong has a population of 16,766, making it the #107 biggest city in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, located in Kwun Tong District. Roughly 0.2% of Hong Kong's population lives here. It is about 441× smaller than Hong Kong, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,766
Rank in Hong Kong
#107
Coordinates
22.31°N, 114.22°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Hong_Kong
Distance to capital (Hong Kong)
6 km
4 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kwun Tong District
| City | Population | Rank in Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Sau Mau Ping | 54,218 | #27 |
| Tiu Keng Leng | 51,751 | #28 |
| Yau Tong | 34,755 | #43 |
| Laguna City | 22,718 | #57 |
| Lam Tin | 18,666 | #88 |
Cities near Kwun Tong
- Laguna City22,718 people · ~1 km away
- Lam Tin18,666 people · ~2 km away
- Sau Mau Ping54,218 people · ~2 km away
- Yau Tong34,755 people · ~2 km away
- Choi Wan Estate (I & II)25,241 people · ~3 km away
- Choi Wan38,405 people · ~3 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kwun Tong?
Kwun Tong has a population of 16,766 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #107 biggest city in Hong Kong.
What region is Kwun Tong in?
Kwun Tong is located in Kwun Tong District, Hong Kong.
Is Kwun Tong the capital of Hong Kong?
No, the capital of Hong Kong is City of Victoria, about 6 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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