Kashgar Population 2026
Kashgar has a population of 506,640, making it the #287 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 49× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
506,640
Rank in China
#287
Coordinates
39.47°N, 75.99°E
~1,284 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
3,428 km
2,129 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Kashgar
FAQ
What is the population of Kashgar?
Kashgar has a population of 506,640 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #287 biggest city in China.
What region is Kashgar in?
Kashgar is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Kashgar the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 3,428 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.