Changsha Population 2026
Changsha has a population of 688,242, making it the #230 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guangdong. It is about 36× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
688,242
Rank in China
#230
Coordinates
22.38°N, 112.68°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,980 km
1,230 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guangdong
Cities near Changsha
FAQ
What is the population of Changsha?
Changsha has a population of 688,242 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #230 biggest city in China.
What region is Changsha in?
Changsha is located in Guangdong, China.
Is Changsha the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,980 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.