Countries with the Most Skyscrapers in the World

The global skyline continues to evolve in 2025, with skyscrapers serving as symbols of economic growth, urbanization, and architectural ambition. When counting buildings that are at least 150 meters tall, China remains overwhelmingly dominant, far ahead of every other country in the world.

China leads the global ranking with an astonishing 3,314 skyscrapers. Of these, 3,194 buildings stand between 150 and 300 meters in height, while 120 exceed the 300-meter mark.

The country's massive urban development over the past few decades has transformed cities such as Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Chongqing into some of the most impressive skylines on Earth.

The United States ranks second with 899 skyscrapers, including 868 buildings between 150 and 300 meters and 31 supertall structures above 300 meters. American cities such as New York, Chicago, and Miami continue to contribute significantly to the nation's towering skyline.

In third place is the United Arab Emirates with 336 skyscrapers. The country has 301 buildings in the 150–300 meter category and 35 above 300 meters, reflecting Dubai's status as one of the world's leading skyscraper capitals.

Malaysia follows with 295 skyscrapers, including 289 between 150 and 300 meters and six exceeding 300 meters. Japan ranks fifth with 283 skyscrapers, consisting of 281 buildings in the lower category and two above 300 meters.

South Korea occupies sixth place with 277 skyscrapers, including 270 buildings between 150 and 300 meters and seven supertall towers. Canada follows with 159 skyscrapers, all of which fall within the 150–300 meter range.

Australia ranks eighth with 158 skyscrapers, comprising 156 buildings between 150 and 300 meters and two exceeding 300 meters. Indonesia places ninth with 136 skyscrapers, including 134 in the 150–300 meter category and two above 300 meters, highlighting Jakarta's growing vertical skyline.

Thailand holds tenth position with 131 skyscrapers, featuring 128 buildings between 150 and 300 meters and three over 300 meters. The Philippines and India are tied with 122 skyscrapers each. Both countries have 121 buildings between 150 and 300 meters and one skyscraper exceeding 300 meters.

Together, these nations demonstrate how rapid urbanization and economic development continue to reshape city skylines. While China remains in a league of its own, countries across Asia, North America, and the Middle East are steadily expanding their collections of tall and supertall buildings.