Gaoyou Population 2026
Gaoyou has a population of 90,911, making it the #725 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Jiangsu. It is about 274× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
90,911
Rank in China
#725
Coordinates
32.79°N, 119.44°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
837 km
520 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jiangsu
Cities near Gaoyou
FAQ
What is the population of Gaoyou?
Gaoyou has a population of 90,911 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #725 biggest city in China.
What region is Gaoyou in?
Gaoyou is located in Jiangsu, China.
Is Gaoyou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 837 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.