Shaoyang Population 2026
Shaoyang has a population of 753,194, making it the #220 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hunan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
753,194
Rank in China
#220
Coordinates
27.24°N, 111.46°E
~243 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,480 km
919 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hunan
Cities near Shaoyang
FAQ
What is the population of Shaoyang?
Shaoyang has a population of 753,194 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #220 biggest city in China.
What region is Shaoyang in?
Shaoyang is located in Hunan, China.
Is Shaoyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,480 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.