Zigong Population 2026
Zigong has a population of 1,262,064, making it the #133 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Sichuan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,262,064
Rank in China
#133
Coordinates
29.34°N, 104.78°E
~306 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,582 km
982 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sichuan
Cities near Zigong
FAQ
What is the population of Zigong?
Zigong has a population of 1,262,064 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #133 biggest city in China.
What region is Zigong in?
Zigong is located in Sichuan, China.
Is Zigong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,582 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.