Danshui Population 2026
Danshui has a population of 189,271, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇹🇼 Taiwan, located in Taipei. Roughly 0.8% of Taiwan's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Taipei, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
189,271
Rank in Taiwan
#19
Coordinates
25.17°N, 121.44°E
~17 m elevation · Asia/Taipei
Distance to capital (Taipei)
16 km
10 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Taipei
Cities near Danshui
FAQ
What is the population of Danshui?
Danshui has a population of 189,271 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Taiwan.
What region is Danshui in?
Danshui is located in Taipei, Taiwan.
Is Danshui the capital of Taiwan?
No, the capital of Taiwan is Taipei, about 16 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.