Linghai Population 2026
Linghai has a population of 56,176, making it the #1190 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Liaoning. It is about 443× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,176
Rank in China
#1190
Coordinates
41.17°N, 121.37°E
~27 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
443 km
275 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liaoning
Cities near Linghai
FAQ
What is the population of Linghai?
Linghai has a population of 56,176 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1190 biggest city in China.
What region is Linghai in?
Linghai is located in Liaoning, China.
Is Linghai the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 443 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.