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Ordos, China

Major city · Population 1.9M

Ordos is the 70th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,940,653 people as of 2026. This makes it the 218th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.14% of China's total population of 1.41B. Ordos is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

1,940,653

Global Rank

#218

Country Rank

#70

% of China

0.14%

Ordos on the Map

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China at a Glance

Country Population

1,408,975,000

Capital

Beijing

Region

Eastern Asia

Major Cities

666

GDP per Capita

$13,303

Life Expectancy

78.0 years

Urban Population

65.9%

Growth Rate

-0.00%

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Ordos with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Ordos by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Baotou2,150,000116 km
Salaqi104,090121 km
Hohhot2,350,000208 km
Shuozhou433,700229 km
Bayan Nur1,760,000239 km
Wuhai218,427254 km
Lüliang3,346,500261 km
Huinong136,570262 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Ordos?

The population of Ordos, China is approximately 1,940,653 people, making it the 218th largest city in the world and the 70th largest in China.

Is Ordos the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Ordos is the 70th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Ordos in?

Ordos is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.