What is the population of Shenyang?
In recent years, Shenyang, as an important city in Northeast China, has attracted much attention for its population changes. Based on the latest statistical data and hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days, this article will present the population data of Shenyang City in a structured manner and analyze related trends.
1. Shenyang resident population data (latest in 2023)

| years | Permanent population (10,000 people) | growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 902.8 | -0.3% |
| 2021 | 911.5 | +0.96% |
| 2022 | 914.7 | +0.35% |
| 2023 (estimated) | 918.2 | +0.38% |
Judging from the data, after experiencing a slight decline in 2020, Shenyang's permanent population has shown a slow recovery trend in the past three years, and is expected to exceed 9.18 million in 2023.
2. Analysis of the population structure of Shenyang City
| age group | Proportion (2022) | Changing trends |
|---|---|---|
| 0-14 years old | 11.2% | ↓(Ageing intensifies) |
| 15-59 years old | 68.5% | ↓(Reducing working population) |
| 60 years and above | 20.3% | ↑(Significant growth rate) |
Shenyang has a prominent aging problem. The population over 60 years old accounts for more than 20%, and it has entered a deeply aging society. At the same time, the proportion of working population continues to decline, posing challenges to urban development.
3. Population distribution by district and county (2022)
| area | Permanent population (10,000 people) | Population density (people/square kilometer) |
|---|---|---|
| Heping District | 79.3 | 12,850 |
| Shenhe District | 72.1 | 10,920 |
| Tiexi District | 95.6 | 8,740 |
| Hunnan District | 62.8 | 1,250 |
The population in the central urban area is highly concentrated, with Tiexi District having the largest population, and Hunnan District becoming a new area for population growth due to the agglomeration of emerging industries.
4. Correlation analysis of hot topics
1.“Shenyang Population Return” Phenomenon: Recent social media discussions show that some young people from Northeast China choose to return to their hometowns due to the advantages of living costs. In 2023, Shenyang’s registered population will increase by 12,000 year-on-year.
2.Talent policy effect: After the implementation of Shenyang’s “New Talent Deal 3.0”, 17,000 college graduates will be introduced in the first half of 2023, but the attraction of high-end talents is still weaker than that of southern cities.
3.fertility problem: The birth rate in Shenyang in 2022 is only 4.8‰, which is lower than the national average. How to increase the willingness to have children has become a hot topic.
5. Forecast of future trends
Based on data from all parties, Shenyang’s population will show the following characteristics:
• The permanent population may reach 9.25 million in 2025, but the natural growth rate may turn negative
• The aging ratio will exceed 25%, and the demand for the elderly care industry will surge
• Hunnan and Shenbei New Districts have become new population growth poles
Shenyang needs to upgrade its industry and optimize its public services to achieve dual improvements in population size and quality.
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