Yongkang Population 2026
Yongkang has a population of 233,730, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇹🇼 Taiwan, located in Taiwan. Roughly 1.0% of Taiwan's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Taipei, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
233,730
Rank in Taiwan
#13
Coordinates
23.02°N, 120.26°E
~19 m elevation · Asia/Taipei
Distance to capital (Taipei)
260 km
161 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Taiwan
Cities near Yongkang
FAQ
What is the population of Yongkang?
Yongkang has a population of 233,730 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Taiwan.
What region is Yongkang in?
Yongkang is located in Taiwan, Taiwan.
Is Yongkang the capital of Taiwan?
No, the capital of Taiwan is Taipei, about 260 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.