Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the population growth trends in key cities in China, particularly focusing on the strong provincial capitals of Changsha, Nanchang, and Hefei, which are attracting population from their respective provinces due to various economic and policy factors [3][80]. Group 1: Population Data of Key Cities - Twelve key cities have released their permanent population data, with Shenzhen leading in growth with an increase of 199,400 people, followed by Hefei, Changsha, and Nanchang, all exceeding 100,000 in growth [4][7]. - Beijing and Tianjin experienced zero growth, with Beijing losing 26,000 residents [5][6]. - The overall trend shows that after the seventh national census, cities like Shenzhen regained their population competitiveness post-pandemic [8][10]. Group 2: Factors Contributing to Population Growth - Hefei's population growth is attributed to its strong industrial base, particularly in the display and semiconductor industries, which have attracted significant investment and talent [14][31]. - Changsha benefits from relatively low housing prices, which have kept the cost of living manageable, leading to a population increase that topped the nation in 2022 [34][39]. - Nanchang's population growth has been more volatile, closely tied to its economic performance, with a notable rebound in 2024 linked to rising prices in the non-ferrous metals sector [44][56]. Group 3: Strong Provincial Capital Strategy - The article emphasizes the "strong provincial capital" strategy, where provincial capitals like Hefei, Changsha, and Nanchang are absorbing population from surrounding areas, leading to a decline in overall provincial populations [80][91]. - This strategy is seen as a necessary response to the economic dynamics between coastal and inland regions, where strong capitals can attract resources and talent [86][100]. - The phenomenon of population siphoning is evident, with cities like Hefei and Changsha showing significant growth while their respective provinces experience overall population declines [96][99].

文 | 余飞 01 合肥，人口超千万了 合肥，终于如愿以偿，加入人口千万城市俱乐部了。 3月10日，安徽省统计局公布了《2024年安徽省人口变动情况抽样调查主要数据公报》： 第一，安徽省去年年末常住人口6123万人，较2023年增加2万人。 2万人的增量虽然不多，但扭转了2023年人口下跌的局面。 安徽的喜讯不仅于此，前段时间本号就写过，安徽2024年的汽车出口量超越上海，登顶中国汽车出口第一省。 而常住人口是指这座城市当年居住半年以上的人口，是衡量城市人口规模的最有效指标。 这几年，合肥的常住人口增量非常显著，2023年合肥常住人口增量高达21.9万人，位居全国第一。 制图：城市财经；数据：各地海关 第二，省会合肥常住人口1000.2万人，成功突破千万，较2023年增加了14.9万人。 随着合肥加入，中国常住人口超千万的城市数量，扩容至18个。 制图：城市财经；数据：各城市统计局；深圳、杭州、长沙、合肥为2024年数据，其余为2023年数据 合肥终于如愿以偿了。 合肥对于人口的执念，由来已久。早在2023年，合肥就官宣过，其实际管控人口超过千万。 2023年8月份，合肥公安数据统计： 截至2023年7月底， ...