Dongying Population 2026
Dongying has a population of 998,968, making it the #175 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
998,968
Rank in China
#175
Coordinates
37.46°N, 118.49°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
327 km
203 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Dongying
FAQ
What is the population of Dongying?
Dongying has a population of 998,968 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #175 biggest city in China.
What region is Dongying in?
Dongying is located in Shandong, China.
Is Dongying the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 327 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.