Wuwei Population 2026
Wuwei has a population of 1,010,295, making it the #171 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Gansu. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,010,295
Rank in China
#171
Coordinates
37.93°N, 102.63°E
~1,542 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,210 km
751 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gansu
Cities near Wuwei
FAQ
What is the population of Wuwei?
Wuwei has a population of 1,010,295 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #171 biggest city in China.
What region is Wuwei in?
Wuwei is located in Gansu, China.
Is Wuwei the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,210 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.