Taiwan Population density 2026: 649.40 per sq. km

Taiwan's population density in 2026 is 649.40 per sq. km (estimate), down 0.5% from 2025. It ranks #17 of 236 countries.

Population density measures how many people live per square kilometer in a country, highlighting urbanization and resource distribution. Understanding this statistic is crucial for assessing living conditions, infrastructure needs, and environmental impact.

Taiwan•7 years of data (2020–2026)••United Nations Population Division•

Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).

Historical Trend

Population density over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends

Year-by-Year Data
YearValueChange% ChangeActions
2026649.4 per sq. km3.32 per sq. km-0.51%
2025652.72 per sq. km2.86 per sq. km-0.44%
2024655.58 per sq. km2.91 per sq. km-0.44%
2023658.49 per sq. km2.91 per sq. km-0.44%
2022661.4 per sq. km3.9 per sq. km-0.59%
2021665.3 per sq. km2.97 per sq. km-0.44%
2020668.27 per sq. km——

Frequently Asked Questions About Taiwan Population density

What is Taiwan's population density in 2026?▾

Taiwan's population density is 649.40 per sq. km in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.

Is Taiwan's population density increasing or decreasing?▾

Taiwan's population density fell by 0.5% from 2025 (652.72 per sq. km) to 2026 (649.40 per sq. km).

How does Taiwan rank for population density?▾

In 2026, Taiwan has the 17th highest population density out of 236 countries with data.

What was Taiwan's population density in 2020?▾

In 2020, Taiwan's population density was 668.27 per sq. km. By 2026 it fell by 2.8%.

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