Guyuan Population 2026
Guyuan has a population of 411,854, making it the #318 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Ningxia. It is about 60× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
411,854
Rank in China
#318
Coordinates
36.01°N, 106.28°E
~1,740 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
986 km
612 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ningxia
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Wuzhong | 7,202,654 | #14 |
| Yinchuan | 1,487,579 | #101 |
| Zhongwei | 1,174,600 | #147 |
| Shizuishan | 739,400 | #223 |
| Huinong | 136,570 | #526 |
| Dawukou | 131,880 | #537 |
| Xigang | 112,061 | #617 |
| Shitanjing | 78,765 | #836 |
Cities near Guyuan
FAQ
What is the population of Guyuan?
Guyuan has a population of 411,854 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #318 biggest city in China.
What region is Guyuan in?
Guyuan is located in Ningxia, China.
Is Guyuan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 986 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.