Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
19.0M
Population
16,411 km2
Area
360 Mbps
Internet
UTC+08:00
Timezone
PEK (25km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Beijing, previously romanized as Peking, is the capital city of China. With more than 22 million residents, it is the world's most populous national capital city, as well as China's second largest city by urban area, after Shanghai. It is located in Northern China, and is governed as a municipality under the direct administration of the State Co...
QUICK FACTS
Country
China
Region
Eastern Asia
Population
19.0M
Timezone
UTC+08:00
Currency
CNY
Language
Chinese
Status
Capital City
Airport
PEK
GPS
39.91, 116.40
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
2,675 restaurants mapped in Beijing
Tech
360 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
62% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Connections
Beijing has 66 sister cities worldwide
INFRASTRUCTURE
26,921 total POIs 1.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2,675
Cafes
713
Bars
229
Fast Food
604
Shopping
Supermarkets
349
Convenience
481
Shopping Malls
173
Healthcare
Hospitals
231
Clinics
70
Pharmacies
107
Education
Schools
1,128
Universities
171
Libraries
67
Recreation
Parks
1,433
Playgrounds
61
Sports
392
Cinemas
65
Museums
125
Theatres
81
Transport
Bus Stops
6,083
Train Stations
327
Fuel Stations
175
Services
Banks
779
ATMs
124
Post Offices
73
Police
125
Fire Stations
30
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
360 Mbps
Download
75 Mbps
Upload
22ms
Latency
64,303
Tests
18,195
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: 12.9 C Range: -1.1 - 26.9 C Rain: 727 mm/year Sunshine: 3,066 h/year
CITY SCORES
86.9
Nomad Index
A
Livability
50.0
Culture
68.2
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
38.0
Overall
62% cheaper than NYC
23.5
Rent
77% cheaper than NYC
37.3
Groceries
63% cheaper than NYC
24.7
Restaurants
75% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
25 km from center
~45 min ride
FUN FACTS
Beijing, previously romanized as Peking, is the capital city of China.
With more than 22 million residents, it is the world's most populous national capital city, as well as China's second largest city by urban area, after Shanghai.
It is home to the headquarters of most of China's largest state-owned companies and houses the largest number of Fortune Global 500 companies in the world, as well as the world's four biggest financial institutions by total assets.
For a decade before the COVID-19 pandemic, Beijing Capital International Airport was Asia's busiest airport (2009–2019) and the second busiest airport in the world (2010–2019).
Beijing Daxing International Airport, Beijing's second international airport, is the largest single-structure airport terminal in the world.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Beijing known for?
Beijing is a city in China. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Beijing?
Beijing has an average download speed of 360 Mbps and upload speed of 75 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Beijing?
Beijing has an average year-round temperature of approximately 12.9 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Beijing?
Beijing is served by PEK (Beijing Capital International Airport), approximately 25 km from the city center.
What is the population of Beijing?
The population of Beijing is approximately 19.0M.
What infrastructure does Beijing have?
Beijing has 26,921 mapped points of interest, including 2,675 restaurants, 231 hospitals, 1,128 schools.
What country is Beijing in?
Beijing is located in China.
