What We're Showing
This 3D map visualizes population density across China, based on data from various sources.
Key Takeaways
- 94% of China's population lives in the eastern half of the country
- Shanghai is the densest city, with 16,982 people per square kilometer
- In the interior of the country, the Sichuan Basin is clearly visible, anchored by the cities of Chongqing and Chengdu
- Also visible is North China plain, a continuous blanket of density stretching from Beijing down towards Shanghai. This area is one of China's most important agricultural regions
