Maizhokunggar Population 2026
Maizhokunggar has a population of 49,511, making it the #1286 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Tibet. It is about 502× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,511
Rank in China
#1286
Coordinates
29.84°N, 91.73°E
~3,818 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,502 km
1,554 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tibet
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Chéngguān Qū | 478,275 | #296 |
| Lhoka | 353,700 | #335 |
| Nyingchi | 200,000 | #430 |
| Doilungdêqên | 137,451 | #521 |
| Lhasa | 118,721 | #585 |
| Qamdo | 86,280 | #769 |
| Rikaze | 80,000 | #826 |
| Dêqên | 62,400 | #1058 |
Cities near Maizhokunggar
- Lhünzhub50,596 people · ~45 km away
- Lhasa118,721 people · ~64 km away
- Lhoka353,700 people · ~66 km away
- Chéngguān Qū478,275 people · ~70 km away
- Doilungdêqên137,451 people · ~74 km away
- Dêqên62,400 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maizhokunggar?
Maizhokunggar has a population of 49,511 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1286 biggest city in China.
What region is Maizhokunggar in?
Maizhokunggar is located in Tibet, China.
Is Maizhokunggar the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,502 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.