Lingwu Population 2026
Lingwu has a population of 52,863, making it the #1239 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Ningxia. It is about 471× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,863
Rank in China
#1239
Coordinates
38.10°N, 106.34°E
~1,127 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
891 km
553 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ningxia
Cities near Lingwu
FAQ
What is the population of Lingwu?
Lingwu has a population of 52,863 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1239 biggest city in China.
What region is Lingwu in?
Lingwu is located in Ningxia, China.
Is Lingwu the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 891 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.