Qingdao Population 2026
Qingdao has a population of 7,172,451, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. Roughly 0.5% of China's population lives here. It is about 3.5× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
7,172,451
Rank in China
#15
Coordinates
36.06°N, 120.38°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
552 km
343 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Qingdao
FAQ
What is the population of Qingdao?
Qingdao has a population of 7,172,451 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in China.
What region is Qingdao in?
Qingdao is located in Shandong, China.
Is Qingdao the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 552 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.