Baoding Population 2026
Baoding has a population of 2,739,887, making it the #49 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hebei. Roughly 0.2% of China's population lives here. It is about 9.1× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
2,739,887
Rank in China
#49
Coordinates
38.87°N, 115.46°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
140 km
87 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hebei
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Shijiazhuang | 3,938,513 | #29 |
| Tangshan | 3,372,102 | #38 |
| Handan | 1,358,318 | #121 |
| Sanhe | 965,075 | #183 |
| Langfang | 868,066 | #200 |
| Xingtai | 798,770 | #211 |
| Qinhuangdao | 759,718 | #219 |
| Zhangjiakou | 692,602 | #228 |
Cities near Baoding
FAQ
What is the population of Baoding?
Baoding has a population of 2,739,887 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #49 biggest city in China.
What region is Baoding in?
Baoding is located in Hebei, China.
Is Baoding the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 140 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.