Xinxiang Population 2026
Xinxiang has a population of 1,047,088, making it the #163 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Henan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,047,088
Rank in China
#163
Coordinates
35.19°N, 113.80°E
~82 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
572 km
355 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Henan
Cities near Xinxiang
FAQ
What is the population of Xinxiang?
Xinxiang has a population of 1,047,088 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #163 biggest city in China.
What region is Xinxiang in?
Xinxiang is located in Henan, China.
Is Xinxiang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 572 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.