Shangyu Population 2026
Shangyu has a population of 770,000, making it the #216 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Zhejiang. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
770,000
Rank in China
#216
Coordinates
30.02°N, 120.87°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,173 km
728 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zhejiang
Cities near Shangyu
FAQ
What is the population of Shangyu?
Shangyu has a population of 770,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #216 biggest city in China.
What region is Shangyu in?
Shangyu is located in Zhejiang, China.
Is Shangyu the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,173 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.