Wafangdian Population 2026
Wafangdian has a population of 454,338, making it the #305 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Liaoning. It is about 55× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
454,338
Rank in China
#305
Coordinates
39.62°N, 122.01°E
~103 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
481 km
299 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liaoning
Cities near Wafangdian
FAQ
What is the population of Wafangdian?
Wafangdian has a population of 454,338 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #305 biggest city in China.
What region is Wafangdian in?
Wafangdian is located in Liaoning, China.
Is Wafangdian the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 481 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.