Banqiao Population 2026
Banqiao has a population of 551,221, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇹🇼 Taiwan, located in Taipei. Roughly 2.4% of Taiwan's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Taipei, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
551,221
Rank in Taiwan
#6
Coordinates
25.01°N, 121.47°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Taipei
Distance to capital (Taipei)
7 km
4 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Taipei
Cities near Banqiao
FAQ
What is the population of Banqiao?
Banqiao has a population of 551,221 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Taiwan.
What region is Banqiao in?
Banqiao is located in Taipei, Taiwan.
Is Banqiao the capital of Taiwan?
No, the capital of Taiwan is Taipei, about 7 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.