Nyingchi Population 2026
Nyingchi has a population of 200,000, making it the #430 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Tibet. It is about 124× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
200,000
Rank in China
#430
Coordinates
29.65°N, 94.36°E
~2,970 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,305 km
1,431 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tibet
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Chéngguān Qū | 478,275 | #296 |
| Lhoka | 353,700 | #335 |
| Doilungdêqên | 137,451 | #521 |
| Lhasa | 118,721 | #585 |
| Qamdo | 86,280 | #769 |
| Rikaze | 80,000 | #826 |
| Dêqên | 62,400 | #1058 |
| Lhünzhub | 50,596 | #1276 |
Cities near Nyingchi
FAQ
What is the population of Nyingchi?
Nyingchi has a population of 200,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #430 biggest city in China.
What region is Nyingchi in?
Nyingchi is located in Tibet, China.
Is Nyingchi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,305 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.