Report digs into Beijing's population

Insights gleaned into capital's shifts, growth and characteristics of residents

In its latest population report, Beijing has shared critical insights into the demographic landscape of China's capital, highlighting both challenges and opportunities as the city navigates its future.

According to the most recent data, Beijing's resident population stood at approximately 21.858 million at the end of 2023, a modest increase of 15,000 from the previous year. "This stability is noteworthy amid broader national trends of population decline in some regions," the report, issued on Saturday, noted.

A key finding from the report is that Beijing's urbanization rate has reached 87.8 percent, significantly surpassing the national average of 66.16 percent. This underscores the city's role as a critical hub of economic activity and migration.