Anqing Population 2026
Anqing has a population of 804,493, making it the #210 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Anhui. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
804,493
Rank in China
#210
Coordinates
30.51°N, 117.05°E
~19 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,046 km
650 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Anhui
Cities near Anqing
FAQ
What is the population of Anqing?
Anqing has a population of 804,493 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #210 biggest city in China.
What region is Anqing in?
Anqing is located in Anhui, China.
Is Anqing the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,046 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.