Nanchang Population 2026
Nanchang has a population of 2,357,839, making it the #55 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Jiangxi. Roughly 0.2% of China's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
2,357,839
Rank in China
#55
Coordinates
28.68°N, 115.85°E
~20 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,249 km
776 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jiangxi
Cities near Nanchang
FAQ
What is the population of Nanchang?
Nanchang has a population of 2,357,839 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #55 biggest city in China.
What region is Nanchang in?
Nanchang is located in Jiangxi, China.
Is Nanchang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,249 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.