Dalian Population 2026
Dalian has a population of 4,913,879, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Liaoning. Roughly 0.3% of China's population lives here. It is about 5.1× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
4,913,879
Rank in China
#21
Coordinates
38.91°N, 121.60°E
~33 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
461 km
286 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liaoning
Cities near Dalian
FAQ
What is the population of Dalian?
Dalian has a population of 4,913,879 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in China.
What region is Dalian in?
Dalian is located in Liaoning, China.
Is Dalian the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 461 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.