Jiaxing Population 2026
Jiaxing has a population of 1,180,000, making it the #146 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Zhejiang. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,180,000
Rank in China
#146
Coordinates
30.75°N, 120.75°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,092 km
678 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zhejiang
Cities near Jiaxing
FAQ
What is the population of Jiaxing?
Jiaxing has a population of 1,180,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #146 biggest city in China.
What region is Jiaxing in?
Jiaxing is located in Zhejiang, China.
Is Jiaxing the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,092 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.