Shilin Population 2026
Shilin has a population of 55,000, making it the #1212 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Yunnan. It is about 452× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,000
Rank in China
#1212
Coordinates
24.82°N, 103.33°E
~1,786 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,074 km
1,288 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yunnan
Cities near Shilin
FAQ
What is the population of Shilin?
Shilin has a population of 55,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1212 biggest city in China.
What region is Shilin in?
Shilin is located in Yunnan, China.
Is Shilin the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,074 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.