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Zhongshan, China

Major city · Population 3.8M

Zhongshan is the 29th largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,841,873 people as of 2026. This makes it the 85th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.27% of China's total population of 1.41B. Zhongshan is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

3,841,873

Global Rank

#85

Country Rank

#29

% of China

0.27%

Zhongshan 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 Zhongshan with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Zhongshan by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Shiqi342,306<1 km
Nantou130,37024 km
Jiangmen1,795,45931 km
Tanzhou382,44531 km
Zhuhai2,207,09034 km
Jing’an186,00036 km
Daliang210,41138 km
Nossa Senhora de Fátima126,00039 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Zhongshan?

The population of Zhongshan, China is approximately 3,841,873 people, making it the 85th largest city in the world and the 29th largest in China.

Is Zhongshan the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Zhongshan is the 29th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Zhongshan in?

Zhongshan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.