Xingtai Population 2026
Xingtai has a population of 798,770, making it the #211 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hebei. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
798,770
Rank in China
#211
Coordinates
37.06°N, 114.49°E
~71 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
357 km
222 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hebei
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Shijiazhuang | 3,938,513 | #29 |
| Tangshan | 3,372,102 | #38 |
| Baoding | 2,739,887 | #49 |
| Handan | 1,358,318 | #121 |
| Sanhe | 965,075 | #183 |
| Langfang | 868,066 | #200 |
| Qinhuangdao | 759,718 | #219 |
| Zhangjiakou | 692,602 | #228 |
Cities near Xingtai
FAQ
What is the population of Xingtai?
Xingtai has a population of 798,770 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #211 biggest city in China.
What region is Xingtai in?
Xingtai is located in Hebei, China.
Is Xingtai the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 357 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.