Tacheng Population 2026
Tacheng has a population of 161,037, making it the #478 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 154× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
161,037
Rank in China
#478
Coordinates
46.75°N, 82.96°E
~546 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,786 km
1,730 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Tacheng
FAQ
What is the population of Tacheng?
Tacheng has a population of 161,037 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #478 biggest city in China.
What region is Tacheng in?
Tacheng is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Tacheng the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,786 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.