Ningbo Population 2026
Ningbo has a population of 3,731,203, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Zhejiang. Roughly 0.3% of China's population lives here. It is about 6.7× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
3,731,203
Rank in China
#35
Coordinates
29.88°N, 121.55°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,210 km
751 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zhejiang
Cities near Ningbo
FAQ
What is the population of Ningbo?
Ningbo has a population of 3,731,203 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in China.
What region is Ningbo in?
Ningbo is located in Zhejiang, China.
Is Ningbo the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,210 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.