Jietou Population 2026
Jietou has a population of 65,843, making it the #1004 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Yunnan. It is about 378× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,843
Rank in China
#1004
Coordinates
25.43°N, 98.65°E
~1,605 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,305 km
1,431 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yunnan
Cities near Jietou
FAQ
What is the population of Jietou?
Jietou has a population of 65,843 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1004 biggest city in China.
What region is Jietou in?
Jietou is located in Yunnan, China.
Is Jietou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,305 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.