Yushu Population 2026
Yushu has a population of 141,308, making it the #510 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Qinghai. It is about 176× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
141,308
Rank in China
#510
Coordinates
33.00°N, 97.01°E
~3,688 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,891 km
1,174 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Qinghai
Cities near Yushu
FAQ
What is the population of Yushu?
Yushu has a population of 141,308 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #510 biggest city in China.
What region is Yushu in?
Yushu is located in Qinghai, China.
Is Yushu the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,891 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.