Quzhou Population 2026
Quzhou has a population of 902,767, making it the #193 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Zhejiang. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
902,767
Rank in China
#193
Coordinates
28.96°N, 118.87°E
~77 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,238 km
769 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zhejiang
Cities near Quzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Quzhou?
Quzhou has a population of 902,767 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #193 biggest city in China.
What region is Quzhou in?
Quzhou is located in Zhejiang, China.
Is Quzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,238 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.