Ningbo, China
Major city · Population 3.7M
Ningbo is the 33rd largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,731,203 people as of 2026. This makes it the 93rd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.26% of China's total population of 1.41B. Ningbo is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.
Population
3,731,203
Global Rank
#93
Country Rank
#33
% of China
0.26%
Ningbo 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 Ningbo with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yuyao | 114,177 | 43 km |
| Cixi | 1,457,510 | 44 km |
| Lianghu | 155,000 | 64 km |
| Zhoushan | 882,932 | 64 km |
| Shangyu | 770,000 | 67 km |
| Shaoxing | 2,300,000 | 95 km |
| Jiashan | 137,112 | 123 km |
| Jiaxing | 1,180,000 | 124 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Ningbo?
The population of Ningbo, China is approximately 3,731,203 people, making it the 93rd largest city in the world and the 33rd largest in China.
Is Ningbo the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Ningbo is the 33rd largest city in the country.
What timezone is Ningbo in?
Ningbo is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.