Hanoi Population 2026 capital
Hanoi has a population of 8,053,663, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Hanoi. Roughly 7.9% of Vietnam's population lives here. It is about 1.7× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city. Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam.
Population (city proper)
8,053,663
Rank in Vietnam
#2
Coordinates
21.02°N, 105.84°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Other big cities in Hanoi
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Đống Đa | 371,606 | #24 |
| Long Bien | 347,829 | #26 |
| Bắc Từ Liêm | 340,605 | #27 |
| Gia Lâm | 309,353 | #29 |
| Hai Bà Trưng | 303,586 | #31 |
| Thanh Xuân | 293,292 | #34 |
| Cầu Giấy | 292,536 | #35 |
| Ba Vì | 282,600 | #39 |
Cities near Hanoi
FAQ
What is the population of Hanoi?
Hanoi has a population of 8,053,663 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Hanoi in?
Hanoi is located in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Is Hanoi the capital of Vietnam?
Yes, Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam.
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.
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