Nanding Population 2026
Nanding has a population of 85,495, making it the #774 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. It is about 291× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
85,495
Rank in China
#774
Coordinates
36.75°N, 118.06°E
~64 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
380 km
236 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Nanding
FAQ
What is the population of Nanding?
Nanding has a population of 85,495 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #774 biggest city in China.
What region is Nanding in?
Nanding is located in Shandong, China.
Is Nanding the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 380 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.