Zhenjiang Population 2026
Zhenjiang has a population of 950,516, making it the #186 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Jiangsu. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
950,516
Rank in China
#186
Coordinates
32.21°N, 119.46°E
~26 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
899 km
558 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jiangsu
Cities near Zhenjiang
FAQ
What is the population of Zhenjiang?
Zhenjiang has a population of 950,516 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #186 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhenjiang in?
Zhenjiang is located in Jiangsu, China.
Is Zhenjiang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 899 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.