Daxing’anling Population 2026
Daxing’anling has a population of 520,000, making it the #280 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Heilongjiang. It is about 48× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
520,000
Rank in China
#280
Coordinates
52.33°N, 124.71°E
~348 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,521 km
945 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Heilongjiang
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Harbin | 5,242,897 | #19 |
| Daqing | 1,604,027 | #92 |
| Qiqihar | 882,364 | #197 |
| Hegang | 743,307 | #221 |
| Mudanjiang | 665,915 | #239 |
| Shuangyashan | 600,000 | #255 |
| Jiamusi | 549,549 | #266 |
| Bei’an | 436,444 | #312 |
Cities near Daxing’anling
FAQ
What is the population of Daxing’anling?
Daxing’anling has a population of 520,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #280 biggest city in China.
What region is Daxing’anling in?
Daxing’anling is located in Heilongjiang, China.
Is Daxing’anling the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,521 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.