Zhengzhou Population 2026
Zhengzhou has a population of 4,253,913, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Henan. Roughly 0.3% of China's population lives here. It is about 5.8× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
4,253,913
Rank in China
#28
Coordinates
34.76°N, 113.65°E
~104 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
622 km
386 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Henan
Cities near Zhengzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou has a population of 4,253,913 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhengzhou in?
Zhengzhou is located in Henan, China.
Is Zhengzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 622 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.