Zhangjiakou Population 2026
Zhangjiakou has a population of 692,602, making it the #228 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hebei. It is about 36× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
692,602
Rank in China
#228
Coordinates
40.78°N, 114.87°E
~744 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
162 km
101 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 Zhangjiakou
FAQ
What is the population of Zhangjiakou?
Zhangjiakou has a population of 692,602 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #228 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhangjiakou in?
Zhangjiakou is located in Hebei, China.
Is Zhangjiakou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 162 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.