Rui’an Population 2026
Rui’an has a population of 927,383, making it the #189 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Zhejiang. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
927,383
Rank in China
#189
Coordinates
27.78°N, 120.66°E
~4 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,405 km
873 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zhejiang
Cities near Rui’an
FAQ
What is the population of Rui’an?
Rui’an has a population of 927,383 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #189 biggest city in China.
What region is Rui’an in?
Rui’an is located in Zhejiang, China.
Is Rui’an the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,405 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.