Beihai Population 2026
Beihai has a population of 525,329, making it the #278 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guangxi. It is about 47× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
525,329
Rank in China
#278
Coordinates
21.48°N, 109.12°E
~-9,999 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,162 km
1,343 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guangxi
Cities near Beihai
FAQ
What is the population of Beihai?
Beihai has a population of 525,329 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #278 biggest city in China.
What region is Beihai in?
Beihai is located in Guangxi, China.
Is Beihai the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,162 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.