Huzhou Population 2026
Huzhou has a population of 1,015,937, making it the #170 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Zhejiang. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,015,937
Rank in China
#170
Coordinates
30.87°N, 120.09°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,059 km
658 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zhejiang
Cities near Huzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Huzhou?
Huzhou has a population of 1,015,937 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #170 biggest city in China.
What region is Huzhou in?
Huzhou is located in Zhejiang, China.
Is Huzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,059 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.