Huangshi Population 2026
Huangshi has a population of 688,090, making it the #231 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hubei. It is about 36× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
688,090
Rank in China
#231
Coordinates
30.25°N, 115.05°E
~22 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,081 km
671 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hubei
Cities near Huangshi
FAQ
What is the population of Huangshi?
Huangshi has a population of 688,090 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #231 biggest city in China.
What region is Huangshi in?
Huangshi is located in Hubei, China.
Is Huangshi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,081 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.