Shenyang Population 2026
Shenyang has a population of 7,050,000, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Liaoning. Roughly 0.5% of China's population lives here. It is about 3.5× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
7,050,000
Rank in China
#16
Coordinates
41.79°N, 123.43°E
~53 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
628 km
390 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liaoning
Cities near Shenyang
FAQ
What is the population of Shenyang?
Shenyang has a population of 7,050,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in China.
What region is Shenyang in?
Shenyang is located in Liaoning, China.
Is Shenyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 628 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.