Guangtong Population 2026
Guangtong has a population of 42,306, making it the #1383 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Yunnan. It is about 588× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,306
Rank in China
#1383
Coordinates
25.17°N, 101.75°E
~1,798 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,132 km
1,324 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yunnan
Cities near Guangtong
FAQ
What is the population of Guangtong?
Guangtong has a population of 42,306 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1383 biggest city in China.
What region is Guangtong in?
Guangtong is located in Yunnan, China.
Is Guangtong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,132 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.