Huocheng Population 2026
Huocheng has a population of 360,000, making it the #334 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 69× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
360,000
Rank in China
#334
Coordinates
44.05°N, 80.87°E
~639 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,949 km
1,831 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Huocheng
FAQ
What is the population of Huocheng?
Huocheng has a population of 360,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #334 biggest city in China.
What region is Huocheng in?
Huocheng is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Huocheng the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,949 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.