How Big Is Hong Kong?
Hong Kong, located in East/Southeast Asia, is the 181st largest country in the world, covering approximately 1,108 square kilometers (428 square miles). That's about 6 times the size of District of Columbia. It is home to approximately 7.3 million people.
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Hong Kong's Geography
Of its total area, 1,073 km² is land and 35 km² (3.2%) is water. Hong Kong has approximately 733 km of coastline. Within Asia, Hong Kong is the 47th largest of 52 countries, sitting between Brunei and Bahrain. With 6,567 people per km², it is more densely populated than the Asian average of 961 per km².
How Far Across Is Hong Kong?
Hong Kong stretches approximately 39 km (24 mi) from north to south, and 58 km (36 mi) from east to west — roughly the length of Lake Tahoe. At highway speeds, it would take roughly 1 hours to drive across.
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Hong Kong at a Glance
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Area | 1,108 km² (428 sq mi) |
| World Size Rank | #181 of 236 |
| Capital | Hong Kong |
| Population Density | 6,567 per km² |
| Population | 7.3 million people |
| Coastline | 733 km |
| Life Expectancy | 83.6 years |
| GDP per Capita | $64,400 USD |