Laiwu Population 2026
Laiwu has a population of 989,535, making it the #179 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
989,535
Rank in China
#179
Coordinates
36.19°N, 117.66°E
~182 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
428 km
266 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Laiwu
FAQ
What is the population of Laiwu?
Laiwu has a population of 989,535 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #179 biggest city in China.
What region is Laiwu in?
Laiwu is located in Shandong, China.
Is Laiwu the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 428 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.