Pingxiang Population 2026
Pingxiang has a population of 893,550, making it the #195 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Jiangxi. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
893,550
Rank in China
#195
Coordinates
27.62°N, 113.85°E
~167 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,387 km
861 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jiangxi
Cities near Pingxiang
FAQ
What is the population of Pingxiang?
Pingxiang has a population of 893,550 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #195 biggest city in China.
What region is Pingxiang in?
Pingxiang is located in Jiangxi, China.
Is Pingxiang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,387 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.