Wanxian Population 2026
Wanxian has a population of 859,662, making it the #202 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Chongqing. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
859,662
Rank in China
#202
Coordinates
30.82°N, 108.37°E
~232 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,244 km
773 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chongqing
Cities near Wanxian
FAQ
What is the population of Wanxian?
Wanxian has a population of 859,662 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #202 biggest city in China.
What region is Wanxian in?
Wanxian is located in Chongqing, China.
Is Wanxian the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,244 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.