Chaozhou Population 2026
Chaozhou has a population of 1,750,945, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guangdong. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,750,945
Rank in China
#82
Coordinates
23.65°N, 116.62°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,807 km
1,122 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guangdong
Cities near Chaozhou
FAQ
What is the population of Chaozhou?
Chaozhou has a population of 1,750,945 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in China.
What region is Chaozhou in?
Chaozhou is located in Guangdong, China.
Is Chaozhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,807 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.