Shixing Population 2026
Shixing has a population of 72,996, making it the #895 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guangdong. It is about 341× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,996
Rank in China
#895
Coordinates
24.95°N, 114.07°E
~106 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,678 km
1,042 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guangdong
Cities near Shixing
FAQ
What is the population of Shixing?
Shixing has a population of 72,996 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #895 biggest city in China.
What region is Shixing in?
Shixing is located in Guangdong, China.
Is Shixing the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,678 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.