Xinji Population 2026
Xinji has a population of 145,911, making it the #502 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hebei. It is about 170× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
145,911
Rank in China
#502
Coordinates
37.93°N, 115.22°E
~33 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
243 km
151 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 |
| Xingtai | 798,770 | #211 |
| Qinhuangdao | 759,718 | #219 |
Cities near Xinji
FAQ
What is the population of Xinji?
Xinji has a population of 145,911 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #502 biggest city in China.
What region is Xinji in?
Xinji is located in Hebei, China.
Is Xinji the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 243 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.