Anyang Population 2026
Anyang has a population of 1,146,839, making it the #150 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Henan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,146,839
Rank in China
#150
Coordinates
36.10°N, 114.38°E
~70 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
459 km
285 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Henan
Cities near Anyang
FAQ
What is the population of Anyang?
Anyang has a population of 1,146,839 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #150 biggest city in China.
What region is Anyang in?
Anyang is located in Henan, China.
Is Anyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 459 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.