Zhongwei Population 2026
Zhongwei has a population of 1,174,600, making it the #147 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Ningxia. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,174,600
Rank in China
#147
Coordinates
37.51°N, 105.19°E
~1,227 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,007 km
625 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ningxia
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Wuzhong | 7,202,654 | #14 |
| Yinchuan | 1,487,579 | #101 |
| Shizuishan | 739,400 | #223 |
| Guyuan | 411,854 | #318 |
| Huinong | 136,570 | #526 |
| Dawukou | 131,880 | #537 |
| Xigang | 112,061 | #617 |
| Shitanjing | 78,765 | #836 |
Cities near Zhongwei
FAQ
What is the population of Zhongwei?
Zhongwei has a population of 1,174,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #147 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhongwei in?
Zhongwei is located in Ningxia, China.
Is Zhongwei the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,007 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.