Shantou is a city located in People's Republic of China. According to the latest available data (2026), the population of Shantou is approximately 5,502,031 residents. The city is one of the major urban areas in People's Republic of China.

5,502,031 residents (2026)

Shantou City Statistics

CityShantou
CountryCN People's Republic of China
Population5,502,031
Latitude23.3202
Longitude116.5397
RegionGuangdong
Data Year2026

Where is Shantou CN located?

Shantou is located in People's Republic of China, in the Guangdong region, at approximately 23.3202 latitude and 116.5397 longitude.

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Largest Cities in People's Republic of China CN

# City Population
89 Chongqing 32,054,159
90 Shanghai 24,870,895
91 Beijing 21,893,095
92 Chengdu 20,937,757
93 Guangzhou 18,676,605

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Shantou?

The population of Shantou is approximately 5,502,031 residents according to the latest available data (2026).

Where is Shantou located?

Shantou is located in People's Republic of China at approximately 23.3202 latitude and 116.5397 longitude.

Is Shantou one of the largest cities in People's Republic of China?

With a population of 5,502,031, Shantou is one of the major urban areas in People's Republic of China.

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