Tai Po Population 2026
Tai Po has a population of 274,100, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, located in Tai Po. Roughly 3.7% of Hong Kong's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Hong Kong, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
274,100
Rank in Hong Kong
#11
Coordinates
22.45°N, 114.17°E
~22 m elevation · Asia/Hong_Kong
Distance to capital (Hong Kong)
19 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tai Po
| City | Population | Rank in Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Shuen Wan | 22,465 | #58 |
| Hong Lok Yuen | 20,389 | #67 |
| Tai Mei Tuk | 17,544 | #99 |
Cities near Tai Po
- Hong Lok Yuen20,389 people · ~2 km away
- Shuen Wan22,465 people · ~4 km away
- Fanling263,200 people · ~6 km away
- Fo Tan22,127 people · ~6 km away
- Tai Mei Tuk17,544 people · ~7 km away
- Tai Shui Hang17,647 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tai Po?
Tai Po has a population of 274,100 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Hong Kong.
What region is Tai Po in?
Tai Po is located in Tai Po, Hong Kong.
Is Tai Po the capital of Hong Kong?
No, the capital of Hong Kong is City of Victoria, about 19 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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