Qaraqash Population 2026
Qaraqash has a population of 66,541, making it the #986 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 374× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,541
Rank in China
#986
Coordinates
37.27°N, 79.73°E
~1,330 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
3,178 km
1,974 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Qaraqash
- Zhawa52,165 people · ~11 km away
- Kageleke75,730 people · ~12 km away
- Bageqi57,153 people · ~17 km away
- Gujangbagh408,894 people · ~25 km away
- Baishikante39,243 people · ~238 km away
- Zepu51,691 people · ~239 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Qaraqash?
Qaraqash has a population of 66,541 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #986 biggest city in China.
What region is Qaraqash in?
Qaraqash is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Qaraqash the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 3,178 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.