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Zigong, China

Major city Β· Population 1.3M

Zigong is the 125th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,262,064 people as of 2026. This makes it the 400th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.09% of China's total population of 1.41B. Zigong is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

1,262,064

Global Rank

#400

Country Rank

#125

% of China

0.09%

Zigong 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 Zigong with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Zigong by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Neijiang1,251,09539 km
Fuji131,92762 km
Yibin836,34066 km
Changyuan186,65379 km
Luzhou998,90081 km
Shuifu102,14387 km
Ziyang905,72988 km
Longshui121,60999 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Zigong?

The population of Zigong, China is approximately 1,262,064 people, making it the 400th largest city in the world and the 125th largest in China.

Is Zigong the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Zigong is the 125th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Zigong in?

Zigong is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.