Xichang Population 2026
Xichang has a population of 80,064, making it the #823 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guangxi. It is about 311× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,064
Rank in China
#823
Coordinates
21.63°N, 108.95°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,151 km
1,336 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guangxi
Cities near Xichang
FAQ
What is the population of Xichang?
Xichang has a population of 80,064 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #823 biggest city in China.
What region is Xichang in?
Xichang is located in Guangxi, China.
Is Xichang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,151 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.