Changzhi Population 2026
Changzhi has a population of 699,514, making it the #227 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shanxi. It is about 36× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
699,514
Rank in China
#227
Coordinates
35.21°N, 111.74°E
~381 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
664 km
412 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shanxi
Cities near Changzhi
FAQ
What is the population of Changzhi?
Changzhi has a population of 699,514 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #227 biggest city in China.
What region is Changzhi in?
Changzhi is located in Shanxi, China.
Is Changzhi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 664 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.