Wanzhou Population 2026
Wanzhou has a population of 1,545,900, making it the #99 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Chongqing. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,545,900
Rank in China
#99
Coordinates
30.76°N, 108.40°E
~205 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,248 km
775 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chongqing
Cities near Wanzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Wanzhou?
Wanzhou has a population of 1,545,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #99 biggest city in China.
What region is Wanzhou in?
Wanzhou is located in Chongqing, China.
Is Wanzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,248 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.