Zhaotong Population 2026
Zhaotong has a population of 787,845, making it the #212 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Yunnan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
787,845
Rank in China
#212
Coordinates
27.32°N, 103.72°E
~1,974 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,823 km
1,132 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yunnan
Cities near Zhaotong
FAQ
What is the population of Zhaotong?
Zhaotong has a population of 787,845 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #212 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhaotong in?
Zhaotong is located in Yunnan, China.
Is Zhaotong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,823 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.