Xinyuan Population 2026
Xinyuan has a population of 282,718, making it the #365 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 88× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
282,718
Rank in China
#365
Coordinates
43.43°N, 83.25°E
~953 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,763 km
1,716 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Xinyuan
FAQ
What is the population of Xinyuan?
Xinyuan has a population of 282,718 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #365 biggest city in China.
What region is Xinyuan in?
Xinyuan is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Xinyuan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,763 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.