Top 10 Countries with The Most Skyscrapers in 2024
SEAToday.com, Jakarta - Skyscrapers have become iconic symbols of modern nations. These towering structures, typically found in city centers, serve a multitude of purposes, including office spaces, commercial business hubs, and residential complexes. By expanding vertically, skyscraper construction maximizes land use.
According to data from the Skyscraper Center, China has the highest number of skyscrapers globally, with over 3,000 buildings. Meanwhile, Indonesia ranks ninth worldwide and fifth in Asia with hundreds of skyscrapers. As the capital, Jakarta became the tallest city in Indonesia.
Check out the complete ranking in the following infographic!
|
Rank |
Country |
Number of Buildings |
||
|
150m+ |
200m+ |
300m+ |
||
|
1 |
China |
3,318 |
1,163 |
120 |
|
2 |
United States |
899 |
245 |
31 |
|
3 |
United Arab Emirates |
336 |
156 |
35 |
|
4 |
Malaysia |
304 |
70 |
6 |
|
5 |
Japan |
283 |
52 |
2 |
|
6 |
South Korea |
277 |
80 |
7 |
|
7 |
Canada |
159 |
41 |
0 |
|
8 |
Australia |
158 |
60 |
2 |
|
9 |
Indonesia |
136 |
50 |
2 |
|
10 |
Thailand |
131 |
29 |
3 |
Source: Skyscraper Center (2024)
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