Liaocheng Population 2026
Liaocheng has a population of 1,229,768, making it the #140 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,229,768
Rank in China
#140
Coordinates
36.45°N, 116.00°E
~32 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
386 km
240 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Liaocheng
FAQ
What is the population of Liaocheng?
Liaocheng has a population of 1,229,768 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #140 biggest city in China.
What region is Liaocheng in?
Liaocheng is located in Shandong, China.
Is Liaocheng the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 386 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.