Jinzhong Population 2026
Jinzhong has a population of 1,226,617, making it the #141 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shanxi. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,226,617
Rank in China
#141
Coordinates
37.68°N, 112.75°E
~821 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
401 km
249 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shanxi
Cities near Jinzhong
FAQ
What is the population of Jinzhong?
Jinzhong has a population of 1,226,617 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #141 biggest city in China.
What region is Jinzhong in?
Jinzhong is located in Shanxi, China.
Is Jinzhong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 401 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.