Nanzhou Population 2026
Nanzhou has a population of 54,449, making it the #1221 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hunan. It is about 457× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,449
Rank in China
#1221
Coordinates
29.36°N, 112.41°E
~37 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,228 km
763 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hunan
Cities near Nanzhou
FAQ
What is the population of Nanzhou?
Nanzhou has a population of 54,449 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1221 biggest city in China.
What region is Nanzhou in?
Nanzhou is located in Hunan, China.
Is Nanzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,228 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.