Yinchuan Population 2026
Yinchuan has a population of 1,487,579, making it the #101 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Ningxia. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,487,579
Rank in China
#101
Coordinates
38.47°N, 106.27°E
~1,117 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
887 km
551 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ningxia
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Wuzhong | 7,202,654 | #14 |
| Zhongwei | 1,174,600 | #147 |
| Shizuishan | 739,400 | #223 |
| Guyuan | 411,854 | #318 |
| Huinong | 136,570 | #526 |
| Dawukou | 131,880 | #537 |
| Xigang | 112,061 | #617 |
| Shitanjing | 78,765 | #836 |
Cities near Yinchuan
FAQ
What is the population of Yinchuan?
Yinchuan has a population of 1,487,579 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #101 biggest city in China.
What region is Yinchuan in?
Yinchuan is located in Ningxia, China.
Is Yinchuan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 887 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.