Shaji Population 2026
Shaji has a population of 46,696, making it the #1328 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Jiangsu. It is about 533× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,696
Rank in China
#1328
Coordinates
33.90°N, 118.13°E
~22 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
686 km
426 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jiangsu
Cities near Shaji
FAQ
What is the population of Shaji?
Shaji has a population of 46,696 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1328 biggest city in China.
What region is Shaji in?
Shaji is located in Jiangsu, China.
Is Shaji the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 686 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.