Enshi Population 2026
Enshi has a population of 279,185, making it the #366 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hubei. It is about 89× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
279,185
Rank in China
#366
Coordinates
30.30°N, 109.48°E
~451 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,239 km
769 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hubei
Cities near Enshi
FAQ
What is the population of Enshi?
Enshi has a population of 279,185 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #366 biggest city in China.
What region is Enshi in?
Enshi is located in Hubei, China.
Is Enshi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,239 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.