Zhangye Population 2026
Zhangye has a population of 507,433, making it the #286 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Gansu. It is about 49× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
507,433
Rank in China
#286
Coordinates
38.93°N, 100.45°E
~1,481 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,372 km
852 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gansu
Cities near Zhangye
- Qilian25,603 people · ~86 km away
- Ehen Hudag16,798 people · ~109 km away
- Jinchang228,561 people · ~159 km away
- Qingshizui28,561 people · ~184 km away
- Jiuquan428,346 people · ~189 km away
- Haomen36,515 people · ~201 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zhangye?
Zhangye has a population of 507,433 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #286 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhangye in?
Zhangye is located in Gansu, China.
Is Zhangye the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,372 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.