Zaozhuang Population 2026
Zaozhuang has a population of 899,753, making it the #194 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
899,753
Rank in China
#194
Coordinates
34.86°N, 117.55°E
~79 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
570 km
354 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Zaozhuang
FAQ
What is the population of Zaozhuang?
Zaozhuang has a population of 899,753 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #194 biggest city in China.
What region is Zaozhuang in?
Zaozhuang is located in Shandong, China.
Is Zaozhuang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 570 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.