Abstract: Objective To understand the features of tuberculosis epidemic in Rizhao city, so as to provide scientific basis for setting prevention plans.Methods Ten thousand one hundred and eighty-three tuberculosis patients registered were analyzed, patients’ information were collected by monthly, quarterly and annual reports in Rizhao city during 2005—2012.Results The TB registration rate fell from 46.22/100000(1302/2817066) of 2005 to 35.09/100000(1011/2880986) of 2012 in Rizhao city. In terms of the occupational distribution, farmers accounted for 76.22％(7761/10183), followed by workers 6.41%(653/10183) and the student 5.29%(539/10183); male to female is 2.56∶1(7321/2862); In terms of the age distribution, 15- year-old group were in first place, accounting for 18.53%(1887/10183); Sex and age distribution, male the highest is 55- year-old group, accounting for 20.04%(1467/7321), and the female highest is 15- year-old group, accounting for 27.64%(791/2862).Conclusion The epidemic situation of tuberculosis declined in Rizhao city during 2005—2012 but still in high level. Modern tuberculosis control strategies should be further promoted.