Zaoyang Population 2026
Zaoyang has a population of 184,509, making it the #458 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hubei. It is about 135× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
184,509
Rank in China
#458
Coordinates
32.13°N, 112.75°E
~113 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
925 km
574 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hubei
Cities near Zaoyang
FAQ
What is the population of Zaoyang?
Zaoyang has a population of 184,509 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #458 biggest city in China.
What region is Zaoyang in?
Zaoyang is located in Hubei, China.
Is Zaoyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 925 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.