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Tianshui, China

Major city Β· Population 1.2M

Tianshui is the 143rd largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,212,791 people as of 2026. This makes it the 437th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.09% of China's total population of 1.41B. Tianshui is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

1,212,791

Global Rank

#437

Country Rank

#143

% of China

0.09%

Tianshui 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 Tianshui with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Tianshui by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Gangu Chengguanzhen103,58942 km
Pingliang504,848137 km
Baoji1,437,802139 km
Dingxi420,614150 km
Guyuan411,854166 km
Hanzhong1,006,557205 km
Qingyang2,125,400214 km
Chenggu116,375216 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Tianshui?

The population of Tianshui, China is approximately 1,212,791 people, making it the 437th largest city in the world and the 143rd largest in China.

Is Tianshui the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Tianshui is the 143rd largest city in the country.

What timezone is Tianshui in?

Tianshui is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.