Qianjiang Population 2026
Qianjiang has a population of 179,079, making it the #463 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hubei. It is about 139× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
179,079
Rank in China
#463
Coordinates
30.42°N, 112.89°E
~36 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,102 km
684 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hubei
Cities near Qianjiang
FAQ
What is the population of Qianjiang?
Qianjiang has a population of 179,079 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #463 biggest city in China.
What region is Qianjiang in?
Qianjiang is located in Hubei, China.
Is Qianjiang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,102 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.