Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
11.1M
Population
11,920 km2
Area
454 Mbps
Internet
5m
Elevation
UTC+08:00
Timezone
TSN (15km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Tianjin's Italian concession blends European architecture with Binhai's futuristic skyline, offering nomads high-speed rail to Beijing and blazing-fast internet. Temperate coastal climate suits extended stays, with riverside dumplings fueling innovation. Port-city dynamism attracts expat meetups.
QUICK FACTS
Country
China
Region
Eastern Asia
Population
11.1M
Timezone
UTC+08:00
Elevation
5 m
Currency
CNY
Language
Chinese
Airport
TSN
GPS
39.14, 117.18
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
454 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A major metropolitan center with 11,090,314 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
7,343 total POIs 0.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
240
Cafes
72
Bars
11
Fast Food
87
Shopping
Supermarkets
48
Convenience
33
Shopping Malls
79
Healthcare
Hospitals
119
Clinics
8
Pharmacies
22
Education
Schools
508
Universities
81
Libraries
14
Recreation
Parks
630
Playgrounds
9
Sports
31
Cinemas
6
Museums
41
Theatres
16
Transport
Bus Stops
2,791
Train Stations
226
Fuel Stations
68
Services
Banks
147
ATMs
5
Post Offices
20
Police
50
Fire Stations
12
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
454 Mbps
Download
74 Mbps
Upload
21ms
Latency
14,784
Tests
4,356
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
-1°
J
1°
F
6°
M
13°
A
20°
M
25°
J
27°
J
25°
A
20°
S
13°
O
6°
N
1°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 13.2 C Range: -0.9 - 27.3 C Rain: 720 mm/year Sunshine: 3,095 h/year
CITY SCORES
93.0
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.2
Overall
AIRPORT
TSN
Tianjin Binhai International Airport
15 km from center
~27 min ride
FUN FACTS
Its metropolitan area, which is made up of 12 central districts (other than Baodi, Jizhou, Jinghai and Ninghe), was home to 11,165,706 inhabitants in 2015 and is also the world's 29th-largest agglomeration (between Chengdu and Rio de Janeiro) and 11th-most populous city proper.
However, it is the only municipality with a population of less than 20 million.
Part of the Bohai Economic Rim, it is the largest coastal city in Northern China and part of the Jing-Jin-Ji megapolis.
In terms of urban population, Tianjin is the seventh largest city in China.
In terms of administrative area population, Tianjin ranks fifth in mainland China.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Tianjin known for?
Tianjin's Italian concession blends European architecture with Binhai's futuristic skyline, offering nomads high-speed rail to Beijing and blazing-fast internet. Temperate coastal climate suits extended stays, with riverside dumplings fueling innovation. Port-city dynamism attracts expat meetups.
How fast is the internet in Tianjin?
Tianjin has an average download speed of 454 Mbps and upload speed of 74 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Tianjin?
Tianjin has an average year-round temperature of approximately 13.2 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Tianjin?
Tianjin is served by TSN (Tianjin Binhai International Airport), approximately 15 km from the city center.
What is the population of Tianjin?
The population of Tianjin is approximately 11.1M.
What infrastructure does Tianjin have?
Tianjin has 7,343 mapped points of interest, including 240 restaurants, 119 hospitals, 508 schools.
What country is Tianjin in?
Tianjin is located in China.
