Weining Population 2026
Weining has a population of 56,744, making it the #1178 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guizhou. It is about 438× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,744
Rank in China
#1178
Coordinates
26.85°N, 104.23°E
~2,169 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,836 km
1,140 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guizhou
Cities near Weining
FAQ
What is the population of Weining?
Weining has a population of 56,744 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1178 biggest city in China.
What region is Weining in?
Weining is located in Guizhou, China.
Is Weining the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,836 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.