Xiangtan Population 2026
Xiangtan has a population of 959,303, making it the #184 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hunan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
959,303
Rank in China
#184
Coordinates
27.85°N, 112.90°E
~31 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,379 km
856 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hunan
Cities near Xiangtan
FAQ
What is the population of Xiangtan?
Xiangtan has a population of 959,303 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #184 biggest city in China.
What region is Xiangtan in?
Xiangtan is located in Hunan, China.
Is Xiangtan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,379 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.