Maqin County Population 2026
Maqin County has a population of 59,900, making it the #1120 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Qinghai. It is about 415× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,900
Rank in China
#1120
Coordinates
34.47°N, 100.24°E
~3,727 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,550 km
963 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Qinghai
Cities near Maqin County
FAQ
What is the population of Maqin County?
Maqin County has a population of 59,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1120 biggest city in China.
What region is Maqin County in?
Maqin County is located in Qinghai, China.
Is Maqin County the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,550 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.