Population: 1.41 billion
China has a population of 1.41 billion. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $17.79 trillion
Gross Domestic Product of China is $17.79 trillion ($12,600 per capita).
Capital: Beijing
The capital city of China is Beijing. Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY).
Languages: Mandarin Chinese
Official/main languages: Mandarin Chinese. Area: 9,596,960 km². Continent: Asia.
China Overview
China (🇨🇳) is located in Asia with a total area of 9,596,960 km². The country has a population of 1.41 billion and its capital is Beijing.
Economy
- GDP: $17.79 trillion
- GDP per capita: $12,600
- Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Key Facts
- Capital: Beijing
- Languages: Mandarin Chinese
- Area: 9,596,960 km²
- Continent: Asia
How to read this China profile
Use the population of 1.41 billion together with the area of 9,596,960 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $17.79 trillion and GDP per capita of $12,600 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Recent earthquakes in China
Live seismic activity from USGS and EMSC, last 7 days. Showing 5 most recent events.
China data sources and update scope
This China profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of China?
The population of China is approximately 1.41 billion.
What is the GDP of China?
The GDP of China is approximately $17.79 trillion, which translates to $12,600 per capita.
What is the capital of China?
The capital of China is Beijing.