Anshan Population 2026
Anshan has a population of 1,450,000, making it the #109 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Liaoning. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,450,000
Rank in China
#109
Coordinates
41.12°N, 122.99°E
~55 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
573 km
356 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liaoning
Cities near Anshan
FAQ
What is the population of Anshan?
Anshan has a population of 1,450,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #109 biggest city in China.
What region is Anshan in?
Anshan is located in Liaoning, China.
Is Anshan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 573 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.