Nanchong Population 2026
Nanchong has a population of 1,858,875, making it the #75 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Sichuan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,858,875
Rank in China
#75
Coordinates
30.80°N, 106.08°E
~287 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,377 km
855 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sichuan
Cities near Nanchong
FAQ
What is the population of Nanchong?
Nanchong has a population of 1,858,875 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #75 biggest city in China.
What region is Nanchong in?
Nanchong is located in Sichuan, China.
Is Nanchong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,377 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.