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Kunshan, China

Major city Β· Population 2.1M

Kunshan is the 59th largest city in China with a population of approximately 2,092,496 people as of 2026. This makes it the 193rd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.15% of China's total population of 1.41B. Kunshan is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

2,092,496

Global Rank

#193

Country Rank

#59

% of China

0.15%

Kunshan 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 Kunshan with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Kunshan by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Taicang831,11315 km
Suzhou6,715,55935 km
Changshu1,677,05036 km
Changzheng229,92542 km
Qibao283,35246 km
Songjiang130,21846 km
Pengpu152,72547 km
Zhabei840,00050 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kunshan?

The population of Kunshan, China is approximately 2,092,496 people, making it the 193rd largest city in the world and the 59th largest in China.

Is Kunshan the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Kunshan is the 59th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Kunshan in?

Kunshan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.