Shulin Population 2026
Shulin has a population of 180,044, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇹🇼 Taiwan, located in Taipei. Roughly 0.8% of Taiwan's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Taipei, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
180,044
Rank in Taiwan
#20
Coordinates
24.99°N, 121.42°E
~24 m elevation · Asia/Taipei
Distance to capital (Taipei)
13 km
8 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Taipei
Cities near Shulin
FAQ
What is the population of Shulin?
Shulin has a population of 180,044 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Taiwan.
What region is Shulin in?
Shulin is located in Taipei, Taiwan.
Is Shulin the capital of Taiwan?
No, the capital of Taiwan is Taipei, about 13 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.