Demographics of Taiwan

As of 2026, Taiwan's population is projected at 23.01 million, compared to 23.11 million in 2025. It ranks 61st in the world by population and 24th in Asia, accounting for 0.47% of Asia’s population and 0.28% of the global population. The population growth rate for 2026 is projected at -0.44%, placing Taiwan 204th among 237 countries and dependent territories.

There are 11.37 million males and 11.64 million females in Taiwan. The male population accounts for 49.41%, compared to 50.59% for females. Taiwan has 271k more females than males. The sex ratio in 2026 is projected at 97.67 males per 100 females. Taiwan ranks 105th globally in terms of the female-to-male ratio.

In Taiwan, 123k babies are born each year, the 100th highest number of births worldwide, accounting for about 0.09% of global births—roughly 336 per day, or 14 per hour. Meanwhile, around 209k people die annually, the 52nd highest death toll in the world, representing nearly 0.33% of global deaths—about 572 per day, or 24 per hour.

In 2026, Taiwan’s life expectancy at birth is projected to reach 81.14 years, approximately 7.37 years higher than the global average. This places the country 52nd worldwide and 12th in Asia. Its life expectancy is comparable to that of Kuwait, Costa Rica, and Chile.

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Taiwan population

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Taiwan death and birth rate

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Urban and rural population of Taiwan

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Taiwan population by Age Group (2026)