Shaoshan Population 2026
Shaoshan has a population of 118,000, making it the #589 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hunan. It is about 211× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
118,000
Rank in China
#589
Coordinates
27.92°N, 112.52°E
~116 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,380 km
857 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hunan
Cities near Shaoshan
FAQ
What is the population of Shaoshan?
Shaoshan has a population of 118,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #589 biggest city in China.
What region is Shaoshan in?
Shaoshan is located in Hunan, China.
Is Shaoshan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,380 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.