China Population 2026
Population China 2026 is 1 402 500 035 people. China ranks 1 in terms of population in the world - 18.03% of all inhabitants of the Earth. The capital of China is Beijing, the official currency is the Yuan Renminbi (CNY). Chislennost.com has used information from reliable sources. Find out the population of a country, city, district at Chislennost.com.
Population of China
1 402 500 035 people
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Data in March 2026
Population rank, Life expectancy, age and total area China |
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|---|---|
| Population | |
| Population rank China | 1 402 500 035 people |
| Male population | 51.9% |
| Female population | 48.1% |
| Life expectancy China | |
| Life expectancy Male | 72.7 |
| Life expectancy Female | 76.9 |
| Age | |
| Median age China | 37 age |
| <15 years | 17.6% |
| 15 - 65 years | 73.6% |
| >65 years | 8.9% |
| Total area | |
| Total area China | 9598089 km2 (#4 in world) |
| Population density | 146.12 per km2 |
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FAQ
⚡ When was the population counted?
The population count in China was carried out in 2026.
⚡ What place does China occupy in terms of population on Earth?
China takes 1st place in the ranking of the population of countries on Earth.
⚡ Which city is the capital of China?
The capital of China is the city of Beijing with a population of 21 705 000 people.