Suzhou Population 2026
Suzhou has a population of 1,647,642, making it the #88 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Anhui. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,647,642
Rank in China
#88
Coordinates
33.64°N, 116.98°E
~34 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
699 km
434 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Anhui
Cities near Suzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Suzhou?
Suzhou has a population of 1,647,642 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #88 biggest city in China.
What region is Suzhou in?
Suzhou is located in Anhui, China.
Is Suzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 699 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.