Haikou Population 2026
Haikou has a population of 112,644, making it the #612 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Yunnan. It is about 221× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
112,644
Rank in China
#612
Coordinates
24.78°N, 102.58°E
~1,909 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,119 km
1,316 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yunnan
Cities near Haikou
FAQ
What is the population of Haikou?
Haikou has a population of 112,644 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #612 biggest city in China.
What region is Haikou in?
Haikou is located in Yunnan, China.
Is Haikou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,119 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.