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Shaoxing, China

Major city 路 Population 2.3M

Shaoxing is the 53rd largest city in China with a population of approximately 2,300,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 169th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.16% of China's total population of 1.41B. Shaoxing is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

2,300,000

Global Rank

#169

Country Rank

#53

% of China

0.16%

Shaoxing 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 Shaoxing with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Shaoxing by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Shangyu770,00028 km
Lianghu155,00031 km
Zhuji110,72145 km
Hangzhou9,236,03252 km
Yuyao114,17755 km
Ch贸ngf煤112,06060 km
Cixi1,457,51067 km
Jiaxing1,180,00085 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Shaoxing?

The population of Shaoxing, China is approximately 2,300,000 people, making it the 169th largest city in the world and the 53rd largest in China.

Is Shaoxing the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Shaoxing is the 53rd largest city in the country.

What timezone is Shaoxing in?

Shaoxing is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.