Weihai Population 2026
Weihai has a population of 844,310, making it the #204 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shandong. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
844,310
Rank in China
#204
Coordinates
37.51°N, 122.11°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
563 km
350 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shandong
Cities near Weihai
FAQ
What is the population of Weihai?
Weihai has a population of 844,310 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #204 biggest city in China.
What region is Weihai in?
Weihai is located in Shandong, China.
Is Weihai the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 563 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.