Qingdao, China
Major metropolis · Population 7.2M
Qingdao is the 14th largest city in China with a population of approximately 7,172,451 people as of 2026. This makes it the 40th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.51% of China's total population of 1.41B. Qingdao is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 14.3°C with 1,115 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 17 meters above sea level.
Population
7,172,451
Global Rank
#40
Country Rank
#14
% of China
0.51%
Avg Temperature
14.3°C
Annual Rainfall
1,115 mm
Elevation
17 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Qingdao on the Map
Climate in Qingdao
Qingdao's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 484 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
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 Qingdao with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jiaozhou | 619,266 | 42 km |
| Nancun | 124,210 | 57 km |
| Gaomi | 391,986 | 67 km |
| Zhu Cheng City | 1,000,000 | 88 km |
| Zhucheng | 499,285 | 89 km |
| Pingdu | 542,234 | 89 km |
| Laixi | 341,470 | 89 km |
| Jingzhi | 126,703 | 93 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Qingdao?
The population of Qingdao, China is approximately 7,172,451 people, making it the 40th largest city in the world and the 14th largest in China.
Is Qingdao the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Qingdao is the 14th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Qingdao?
Qingdao has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C and receives 1,115 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Qingdao in?
Qingdao is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.