Luoyang Population 2026
Luoyang has a population of 1,390,581, making it the #119 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Henan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,390,581
Rank in China
#119
Coordinates
34.67°N, 112.44°E
~128 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
679 km
422 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Henan
Cities near Luoyang
FAQ
What is the population of Luoyang?
Luoyang has a population of 1,390,581 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #119 biggest city in China.
What region is Luoyang in?
Luoyang is located in Henan, China.
Is Luoyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 679 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.