Lixian Population 2026
Lixian has a population of 58,300, making it the #1150 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Gansu. It is about 427× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,300
Rank in China
#1150
Coordinates
34.19°N, 105.17°E
~1,418 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,180 km
733 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gansu
Cities near Lixian
FAQ
What is the population of Lixian?
Lixian has a population of 58,300 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1150 biggest city in China.
What region is Lixian in?
Lixian is located in Gansu, China.
Is Lixian the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,180 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.