UNIS logo

    Beijing

    Beijing's infrastructure quality is characterized by significant improvements in transportation systems, including expanded road networks and public transit, alongside efforts to enhance sustainability and environmental quality.

    Country:China

    21.8M+

    Population

    750km²

    Area

    6,000/km²

    Density

    Growth Trends

    407.4K

    The projected net population growth in Beijing for 2024 is 2,000.

    Working-Age Population

    To calculate the percentage of Beijing's working-age population, we need the total working-age population and the total population. Beijing's total population is estimated at 22,596,500 in 2025, and its working-age population is approximately 16.5 million. Assuming a working-age range of 15-64, we can estimate the percentage as follows: \[ \text{Percentage} = \left( \frac{16,500,000}{22,596,500} \right) \times 100 \] Calculating this gives: \[ \text{Percentage} \approx 73.0\% \] However, since specific age ranges for Beijing's working-age population are not provided, and assuming the typical range of 15-64, the exact percentage might vary slightly based on the precise age distribution. Given the available data, the closest estimate is approximately 73.0%. However, since the exact calculation is based on an assumption of the working-age range and the provided data does not specify the age range used for the 16.5 million figure, the precise percentage should ideally be derived from more detailed demographic data. Given the constraints and the need for a precise answer, the calculation above provides an estimate based on available data.

    67% of the population in Emerging Asia, India, Latin America, and the Caribbean is of working age.

    Employment Rates

    95%Current Rate

    Key industries include information technology, automotive manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and electronics, with major corporations like Xiaomi, BAIC Group, and BOE Technology playing significant roles.

    Educational Attainment

    Tertiary attainment among young adults aged 25-34 in OECD countries increased from 45% in 2019 to 48% in 2024, placing it among top OECD nations.

    Foreign Residents

    The average income for foreign residents in Beijing is about 14 million yen, with 75% earning less.

    Ethnic Composition

    Foreign residents in Beijing surpassed 0.2 million in 2024 making up about 0.9% of the city population with largest groups from South Korea.

    Commuting

    Beijing’s metropolitan area sees over 900,000 daily cross-regional commuters, with 12% traveling over 50 km and most relying on rail transit for journeys averaging 51 minutes.

    Migration Patterns

    Beijing continues to attract residents from other regions with a net inflow of 407,400 people in 2024.

    Average Income

    11.8K

    The average annual income in Beijing is about ¥141,132.

    Transportation & Logistics Overview

    Major Highways and Freight Corridors

    Beijing’s major highway and road infrastructure features a network of concentric ring roads and radial expressways connecting the city to all regions of China, including multiple national highways and expressways that begin in Beijing and extend nationwide.

    Port Facilities and Container Volume

    Beijing does not have a port as it is landlocked.

    Airport Cargo Handling

    Beijing Capital International Airport has cargo facilities with a total handling capacity of about 900,000 tons annually, including international and domestic cargo terminals with modern ground handling equipment and specialized storage for various cargo types.

    Rail Infrastructure and Intermodal Terminals

    Beijing’s rail infrastructure features extensive high-speed and conventional passenger rail networks connecting major cities, as well as significant freight rail corridors, making it a central hub for both passenger and freight transport in China.

    Public Transit Network

    Beijing's public transit system includes a comprehensive network of buses with over 1,600 routes, an extensive subway system with 29 lines and 523 stations, and additional services like suburban railways and trolleybuses.

    Commute Times and Congestion

    Beijing has some of the longest commute times in the world, with average commutes around 47–52 minutes and severe traffic congestion causing frequent gridlock and extended travel times for many residents.

    Sustainability Initiatives

    Beijing’s key sustainability and green transportation initiatives include expanding electric public transit, building extensive pedestrian and cycling networks, implementing smart mobility platforms with carbon incentives, and promoting green travel to reduce emissions and reliance on private vehicles.

    Warehousing & Fulfillment Landscape

    Global Hubs Warehousing

    Space and Vacancy Rates

    29.6%

    Lease Rates and Warehouse Classes

    Warehouse lease rates in Beijing range from approximately 21 to 66 CNY per square meter per month, with various classes of warehouses available across different districts.

    Major Warehouse Districts

    Shunyi District (especially Beijing Airport Logistics Park and Nanfaxin Town), Daxing District (Yizhuang Economic and Technological Development Zone), Fengtai District, Haidian District (Jinxiudadi Logistics Park), Fangshan District (Doudian Town), Mentougou District, Shijingshan District.

    Last-Mile Delivery Infrastructure

    Beijing’s last-mile delivery infrastructure features dense networks of distribution centers, widespread use of autonomous vehicles and delivery robots, micro-delivery vehicles, and parcel lockers to enable efficient, technology-driven parcel delivery from urban centers to surrounding areas.

    Automation and Technology Adoption

    Beijing warehouses are rapidly adopting automation technologies such as robotics, AI, IoT, and cloud-based management systems to enhance efficiency, real-time tracking, and sustainability while enabling human-robot collaboration and advanced security measures.

    Cold Storage and Specialty Warehousing

    Cold storage and specialty warehousing facilities in Beijing feature advanced temperature and humidity control systems, real-time monitoring, and smart technologies to store food, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural products, supporting both traditional and mobile, containerized solutions for efficient cold chain logistics.

    Supply Chain Analysis

    Global Hubs Supply Chain

    Key Industries

    Key industries and economic sectors in Beijing include new-generation information technologies, scientific and technological services, medicine and health, intelligent equipment, artificial intelligence, energy saving and environmental protection, integrated circuits, finance, and automobile manufacturing.

    Major Logistics Providers

    Sinotrans, China Railway Express, CRSCL, HYCX International Logistics, Realogistics, Omni Logistics, Zhongcheng Yunda International Freight Forwarding, SF Express, JD Logistics, CNPL, STO.

    Import/Export Volumes and Trading Partners

    Beijing's total foreign trade volume reached CNY 1.53 trillion in the first half of 2025, with key trading partners including Belt and Road countries, Australia, and others.

    Supply Chain Resilience

    Beijing’s supply chain resilience is strong but faces risks from geopolitical tensions, trade protectionism, and global disruptions, prompting increased focus on diversification and international cooperation.

    Local Manufacturing Capabilities

    Beijing’s local manufacturing capabilities focus on high-end, advanced sectors such as new energy vehicles, intelligent equipment, healthcare, and modern transportation, supported by innovation-driven industrial clusters and government initiatives to foster intelligent and green development.

    Industry Clusters

    Beijing's main industry clusters include new-generation information technology (2.5 trillion yuan target), scientific and technological services (1.25 trillion yuan target), medicine and health (1 trillion yuan target), intelligent manufacturing equipment (1 trillion yuan target), automobiles (700 billion yuan target), green energy and environmental protection (550 billion yuan target), and integrated circuits (300 billion yuan target).

    Competitive Advantages

    Beijing’s key competitive advantages as a logistics/business hub are its massive infrastructure investment, integrated transit hubs, advanced connectivity through the Belt and Road Initiative, efficient multimodal transport systems, and strategic position in global trade networks.

    Infrastructure Assessment

    Detailed evaluation of Beijing's infrastructure quality, investment projects, utility systems, and environmental considerations for strategic planning.

    Quality and Capacity

    Beijing’s infrastructure is modern, extensive, and rapidly expanding, with ongoing upgrades in transportation, utilities, and smart city systems to enhance capacity, resilience, and environmental sustainability.

    Planned Investments

    Beijing’s planned infrastructure investments through 2025 focus on expanding the rail transit network to 1,600 kilometers, promoting green and sustainable transportation, increasing forest coverage, and enhancing ecological and digital infrastructure.

    Utilities Reliability and Costs

    Beijing has modern and expanding utility infrastructure with a reliable power grid focused on clean energy, advanced water management systems, and extensive high-speed internet and digital networks.

    Environmental Factors

    Environmental factors affecting logistics in Beijing include air pollution, carbon emissions, and traffic congestion, exacerbated by inefficient freight systems and outdated vehicles.