Nancun Population 2026
Nancun has a population of 124,210, making it the #568 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. It is about 200× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
124,210
Rank in China
#568
Coordinates
36.53°N, 120.13°E
~18 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
497 km
309 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Nancun
FAQ
What is the population of Nancun?
Nancun has a population of 124,210 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #568 biggest city in China.
What region is Nancun in?
Nancun is located in Shandong, China.
Is Nancun 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.