Xihu Population 2026
Xihu has a population of 54,033, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇹🇼 Taiwan, located in Taiwan. Roughly 0.2% of Taiwan's population lives here. It is about 146× smaller than Taipei, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,033
Rank in Taiwan
#39
Coordinates
23.96°N, 120.48°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Taipei
Distance to capital (Taipei)
162 km
101 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Taiwan
Cities near Xihu
FAQ
What is the population of Xihu?
Xihu has a population of 54,033 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Taiwan.
What region is Xihu in?
Xihu is located in Taiwan, Taiwan.
Is Xihu the capital of Taiwan?
No, the capital of Taiwan is Taipei, about 162 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.