Huanggang Population 2026
Huanggang has a population of 225,956, making it the #405 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guangdong. It is about 110× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
225,956
Rank in China
#405
Coordinates
23.68°N, 117.00°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,806 km
1,122 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guangdong
Cities near Huanggang
FAQ
What is the population of Huanggang?
Huanggang has a population of 225,956 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #405 biggest city in China.
What region is Huanggang in?
Huanggang is located in Guangdong, China.
Is Huanggang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,806 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.