Tongzhou Population 2026
Tongzhou has a population of 163,326, making it the #474 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Beijing. It is about 152× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
163,326
Rank in China
#474
Coordinates
39.90°N, 116.66°E
~33 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
23 km
14 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Beijing
Cities near Tongzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Tongzhou?
Tongzhou has a population of 163,326 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #474 biggest city in China.
What region is Tongzhou in?
Tongzhou is located in Beijing, China.
Is Tongzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 23 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.