Weifang Population 2026
Weifang has a population of 2,044,028, making it the #65 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
2,044,028
Rank in China
#65
Coordinates
36.71°N, 119.10°E
~30 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
427 km
265 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Weifang
FAQ
What is the population of Weifang?
Weifang has a population of 2,044,028 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #65 biggest city in China.
What region is Weifang in?
Weifang is located in Shandong, China.
Is Weifang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 427 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.