Kaiyuan Population 2026
Kaiyuan has a population of 112,462, making it the #615 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Liaoning. It is about 221× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
112,462
Rank in China
#615
Coordinates
42.53°N, 124.04°E
~91 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
702 km
436 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liaoning
Cities near Kaiyuan
FAQ
What is the population of Kaiyuan?
Kaiyuan has a population of 112,462 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #615 biggest city in China.
What region is Kaiyuan in?
Kaiyuan is located in Liaoning, China.
Is Kaiyuan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 702 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.