Hsinchu Population 2026
Hsinchu has a population of 453,536, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇹🇼 Taiwan, located in Taiwan. Roughly 2.0% of Taiwan's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Taipei, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
453,536
Rank in Taiwan
#8
Coordinates
24.80°N, 120.97°E
~22 m elevation · Asia/Taipei
Distance to capital (Taipei)
63 km
39 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Taiwan
Cities near Hsinchu
FAQ
What is the population of Hsinchu?
Hsinchu has a population of 453,536 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Taiwan.
What region is Hsinchu in?
Hsinchu is located in Taiwan, Taiwan.
Is Hsinchu the capital of Taiwan?
No, the capital of Taiwan is Taipei, about 63 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.