Yau Ma Tei Population 2026
Yau Ma Tei has a population of 29,644, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, located in Yau Tsim Mong District. Roughly 0.4% of Hong Kong's population lives here. It is about 249× smaller than Hong Kong, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,644
Rank in Hong Kong
#46
Coordinates
22.31°N, 114.17°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Hong_Kong
Distance to capital (Hong Kong)
4 km
2 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yau Tsim Mong District
| City | Population | Rank in Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Mong Kok | 62,967 | #25 |
| Jordan | 41,537 | #33 |
| Tai Kok Tsui | 33,801 | #44 |
| Olympic | 19,373 | #76 |
Cities near Yau Ma Tei
- Mong Kok62,967 people · ~1 km away
- Jordan41,537 people · ~1 km away
- Tai Kok Tsui33,801 people · ~1 km away
- Olympic19,373 people · ~1 km away
- Ho Man Tin19,830 people · ~1 km away
- Shek Kip Mei18,078 people · ~2 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Yau Ma Tei?
Yau Ma Tei has a population of 29,644 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Hong Kong.
What region is Yau Ma Tei in?
Yau Ma Tei is located in Yau Tsim Mong District, Hong Kong.
Is Yau Ma Tei the capital of Hong Kong?
No, the capital of Hong Kong is City of Victoria, about 4 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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