Liaoyang Population 2026
Liaoyang has a population of 687,890, making it the #232 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Liaoning. It is about 36× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
687,890
Rank in China
#232
Coordinates
41.27°N, 123.17°E
~33 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
592 km
368 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liaoning
Cities near Liaoyang
FAQ
What is the population of Liaoyang?
Liaoyang has a population of 687,890 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #232 biggest city in China.
What region is Liaoyang in?
Liaoyang is located in Liaoning, China.
Is Liaoyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 592 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.