Xinzhi Population 2026
Xinzhi has a population of 72,303, making it the #905 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shanxi. It is about 344× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,303
Rank in China
#905
Coordinates
36.50°N, 111.70°E
~519 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
558 km
347 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shanxi
Cities near Xinzhi
FAQ
What is the population of Xinzhi?
Xinzhi has a population of 72,303 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #905 biggest city in China.
What region is Xinzhi in?
Xinzhi is located in Shanxi, China.
Is Xinzhi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 558 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.