Xuancheng Population 2026
Xuancheng has a population of 774,332, making it the #215 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Anhui. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
774,332
Rank in China
#215
Coordinates
30.95°N, 118.76°E
~25 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,018 km
632 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Anhui
Cities near Xuancheng
FAQ
What is the population of Xuancheng?
Xuancheng has a population of 774,332 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #215 biggest city in China.
What region is Xuancheng in?
Xuancheng is located in Anhui, China.
Is Xuancheng the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,018 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.