Suqian Population 2026
Suqian has a population of 1,437,685, making it the #111 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Jiangsu. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,437,685
Rank in China
#111
Coordinates
33.95°N, 118.30°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
684 km
425 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jiangsu
Cities near Suqian
FAQ
What is the population of Suqian?
Suqian has a population of 1,437,685 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #111 biggest city in China.
What region is Suqian in?
Suqian is located in Jiangsu, China.
Is Suqian the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 684 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.