Taizhou, China
Major city · Population 1.6M
Taizhou is the 83rd largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,607,108 people as of 2026. This makes it the 280th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.11% of China's total population of 1.41B. Taizhou is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.7°C with 1,415 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 8 meters above sea level.
Population
1,607,108
Global Rank
#280
Country Rank
#83
% of China
0.11%
Avg Temperature
16.7°C
Annual Rainfall
1,415 mm
Elevation
8 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Taizhou on the Map
Climate in Taizhou
Taizhou's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 307 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
China at a Glance
Country Population
1,408,975,000
Capital
Beijing
Region
Eastern Asia
Major Cities
640
GDP per Capita
$13,303
Life Expectancy
78.0 years
Urban Population
65.9%
Growth Rate
-0.00%
Other Major Cities in China
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Taizhou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yangzhou | 1,584,237 | 46 km |
| Xinghua | 105,918 | 50 km |
| Zhenjiang | 950,516 | 53 km |
| Dongtai | 262,873 | 55 km |
| Rugao | 257,400 | 64 km |
| Jiangyin | 1,779,515 | 73 km |
| Zhenzhou | 176,006 | 73 km |
| Changzhou | 3,290,918 | 80 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Taizhou?
The population of Taizhou, China is approximately 1,607,108 people, making it the 280th largest city in the world and the 83rd largest in China.
Is Taizhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Taizhou is the 83rd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Taizhou?
Taizhou has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C and receives 1,415 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Taizhou in?
Taizhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.