Wusu Population 2026
Wusu has a population of 72,587, making it the #900 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 343× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,587
Rank in China
#900
Coordinates
44.43°N, 84.68°E
~474 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,645 km
1,643 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Wusu
- Xininglu69,361 people · ~21 km away
- Huyanghe29,891 people · ~32 km away
- Sandaohezi60,129 people · ~76 km away
- Shihezi572,772 people · ~109 km away
- Karamay261,445 people · ~129 km away
- Baijiantan93,697 people · ~145 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wusu?
Wusu has a population of 72,587 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #900 biggest city in China.
What region is Wusu in?
Wusu is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Wusu the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,645 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.