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Cixi, China

Major city 路 Population 1.5M

Cixi is the 99th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,457,510 people as of 2026. This makes it the 328th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.10% of China's total population of 1.41B. Cixi is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

1,457,510

Global Rank

#328

Country Rank

#99

% of China

0.10%

Cixi on the Map

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China at a Glance

Country Population

1,408,280,000

Capital

Beijing

Region

Eastern Asia

Major Cities

640

GDP per Capita

$13,303

Life Expectancy

78.0 years

Urban Population

65.9%

Growth Rate

0.00%

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Cixi with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Cixi by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Yuyao114,17717 km
Lianghu155,00039 km
Shangyu770,00040 km
Ningbo3,731,20344 km
Shaoxing2,300,00067 km
Jiaxing1,180,00080 km
Jiashan137,11281 km
Ch贸ngf煤112,06088 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Cixi?

The population of Cixi, China is approximately 1,457,510 people, making it the 328th largest city in the world and the 99th largest in China.

Is Cixi the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Cixi is the 99th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Cixi in?

Cixi is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.