Ālā'ĕr Population 2026
Ālā'ĕr has a population of 126,259, making it the #560 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 197× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
126,259
Rank in China
#560
Coordinates
40.54°N, 81.27°E
~1,014 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,964 km
1,841 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Ālā'ĕr
FAQ
What is the population of Ālā'ĕr?
Ālā'ĕr has a population of 126,259 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #560 biggest city in China.
What region is Ālā'ĕr in?
Ālā'ĕr is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Ālā'ĕr the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,964 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.