Hengyang, China
Major city · Population 1.1M
Hengyang is the 147th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,075,516 people as of 2026. This makes it the 493rd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.08% of China's total population of 1.41B. Hengyang is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.
Population
1,075,516
Global Rank
#493
Country Rank
#147
% of China
0.08%
Hengyang on the Map
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%
Other Major Cities in China
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Hengyang with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leiyang | 129,116 | 59 km |
| Xiangtan | 959,303 | 110 km |
| Loudi | 497,171 | 112 km |
| Yongzhou | 1,020,715 | 113 km |
| Shaoshan | 118,000 | 115 km |
| Zhuzhou | 1,129,687 | 117 km |
| Shaoyang | 753,194 | 121 km |
| Chenzhou | 822,534 | 128 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hengyang?
The population of Hengyang, China is approximately 1,075,516 people, making it the 493rd largest city in the world and the 147th largest in China.
Is Hengyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Hengyang is the 147th largest city in the country.
What timezone is Hengyang in?
Hengyang is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.