Daqing Population 2026
Daqing has a population of 1,604,027, making it the #92 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Heilongjiang. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,604,027
Rank in China
#92
Coordinates
46.58°N, 125.00°E
~146 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,017 km
632 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Heilongjiang
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Harbin | 5,242,897 | #19 |
| Qiqihar | 882,364 | #197 |
| Hegang | 743,307 | #221 |
| Mudanjiang | 665,915 | #239 |
| Shuangyashan | 600,000 | #255 |
| Jiamusi | 549,549 | #266 |
| Daxing’anling | 520,000 | #280 |
| Bei’an | 436,444 | #312 |
Cities near Daqing
FAQ
What is the population of Daqing?
Daqing has a population of 1,604,027 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #92 biggest city in China.
What region is Daqing in?
Daqing is located in Heilongjiang, China.
Is Daqing the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,017 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.