Core Insights - The new first-tier cities in China have become significant population inflow areas, with a total population increase of 997,300 in 2024 across 15 new first-tier cities [1][2] - Among these cities, Hefei, Changsha, and Hangzhou experienced the highest population growth, each exceeding 100,000 [1][3] Population Growth - In 2024, the total population of the 15 new first-tier cities reached 203.38 million, with 12 cities having populations over 10 million [2] - Hefei's population grew by 149,000 from the end of 2023, reaching 10.002 million, making it the fourth city in the Yangtze River Delta to surpass 10 million [2][3] - The majority of Hefei's population increase is attributed to migration, with nearly 90% of the new residents coming from other regions [2] Economic and Industrial Development - Hefei's population growth is closely linked to its industrial development, particularly in emerging sectors such as new energy vehicles, photovoltaics, and integrated circuits [2][4] - In Changsha, the rapid population increase is driven by the growth of industries like equipment manufacturing, cultural entertainment, and pharmaceuticals, which provide ample job opportunities [3][4] - Hangzhou's population growth is supported by its advancements in the internet and smart manufacturing sectors, expanding into areas like artificial intelligence [3][4] Industrial Performance - New first-tier cities are becoming hubs for modern industrial development, with significant growth in high-tech industries [4] - In Xi'an, the production of new energy vehicles increased by 14.3%, while solar cell production surged by 61.4% [4] - Zhengzhou saw a 98% increase in new energy vehicle production, positioning itself among the top cities in the sector [4] Talent Attraction - The trend of university graduates moving to new first-tier cities reflects a broader regional economic development strategy [5]
15个新一线城市人口增量近100万 ，成为人口流入高地
Di Yi Cai Jing·2025-06-05 13:53