Boshan Population 2026
Boshan has a population of 153,596, making it the #491 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. It is about 162× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
153,596
Rank in China
#491
Coordinates
36.48°N, 117.83°E
~368 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
401 km
249 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Boshan
FAQ
What is the population of Boshan?
Boshan has a population of 153,596 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #491 biggest city in China.
What region is Boshan in?
Boshan is located in Shandong, China.
Is Boshan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 401 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.