Chenzhou Population 2026
Chenzhou has a population of 822,534, making it the #209 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hunan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
822,534
Rank in China
#209
Coordinates
25.80°N, 113.03°E
~180 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,599 km
993 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hunan
Cities near Chenzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Chenzhou?
Chenzhou has a population of 822,534 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #209 biggest city in China.
What region is Chenzhou in?
Chenzhou is located in Hunan, China.
Is Chenzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,599 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.