Zhaoyuan Population 2026
Zhaoyuan has a population of 120,000, making it the #584 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. It is about 207× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
120,000
Rank in China
#584
Coordinates
37.36°N, 120.41°E
~74 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
449 km
279 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Zhaoyuan
FAQ
What is the population of Zhaoyuan?
Zhaoyuan has a population of 120,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #584 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhaoyuan in?
Zhaoyuan is located in Shandong, China.
Is Zhaoyuan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 449 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.