Jinchang Population 2026
Jinchang has a population of 228,561, making it the #404 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Gansu. It is about 109× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
228,561
Rank in China
#404
Coordinates
38.50°N, 102.19°E
~1,553 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,232 km
765 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gansu
Cities near Jinchang
- Wuwei1,010,295 people · ~74 km away
- Ehen Hudag16,798 people · ~91 km away
- Dongchuan17,982 people · ~130 km away
- Qingshizui28,561 people · ~133 km away
- Quankou18,308 people · ~134 km away
- Haomen36,515 people · ~135 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jinchang?
Jinchang has a population of 228,561 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #404 biggest city in China.
What region is Jinchang in?
Jinchang is located in Gansu, China.
Is Jinchang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,232 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.