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.
Population
1,607,108
Global Rank
#280
Country Rank
#83
% of China
0.11%
Taizhou on the Map
China at a Glance
Country Population
1,408,280,000
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 timezone is Taizhou in?
Taizhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.