Laiyang Population 2026
Laiyang has a population of 169,594, making it the #470 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. It is about 147× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
169,594
Rank in China
#470
Coordinates
36.98°N, 120.71°E
~40 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
497 km
309 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Laiyang
FAQ
What is the population of Laiyang?
Laiyang has a population of 169,594 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #470 biggest city in China.
What region is Laiyang in?
Laiyang is located in Shandong, China.
Is Laiyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 497 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.