Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
633K
Population
12,339 km2
Area
516 Mbps
Internet
UTC+08:00
Timezone
SHS (86km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
In Hubei's rolling hills, Jingmen charms with its geothermal hot springs and well-preserved Ming Dynasty architecture, providing serene retreats for remote workers. The subtropical climate ensures comfortable stays, while growing co-working spaces and high-speed rail connectivity make it surprisingly nomad-friendly.
QUICK FACTS
Country
China
Region
Eastern Asia
Population
633K
Timezone
UTC+08:00
Currency
CNY
Language
Chinese
Airport
SHS
GPS
31.03, 112.20
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
516 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 632,954 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
160 total POIs 0.0 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2
Shopping
Shopping Malls
2
Healthcare
Hospitals
6
Clinics
16
Education
Schools
19
Universities
4
Libraries
1
Recreation
Parks
31
Sports
15
Museums
1
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
21
Train Stations
6
Fuel Stations
8
Services
Post Offices
2
Police
3
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
516 Mbps
Download
60 Mbps
Upload
24ms
Latency
762
Tests
208
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Jun
5°
J
7°
F
11°
M
17°
A
23°
M
27°
J
28°
J
27°
A
23°
S
17°
O
11°
N
7°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 16.8 C Range: 5.1 - 28.4 C Rain: 864 mm/year Sunshine: 2,699 h/year
CITY SCORES
70.6
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
43.6
Overall
AIRPORT
SHS
Jingzhou Shashi Airport
86 km from center
~129 min drive
FUN FACTS
Jingmen (simplified Chinese: 荆门; traditional Chinese: 荆門; pinyin: Jīngmén; Wade–Giles: Ching1mên2) is a prefecture-level city in central Hubei province, People's Republic of China.
The urban area of Jingmen City has a population of about 400,000.It covers an area of 12,400 square kilometers and has a total population of more than 3 million.
Jingmen is so named as in ancient times it was the gateway to Jingzhou, one of the Nine Provinces and means literally Gateway to Jingzhou.
Jingmen is very close to many great tourist attractions such as Changban Slope of Three Kingdoms fame, the Wudang Mountains, and the Ming Tomb in Zhongxiang (a World Heritage site only an hour away).
Most civil functions, including hospitals, recreational areas, hotels, and the only university in Jingmen - Jingchu University of Technology, are alongside the road.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Jingmen known for?
In Hubei's rolling hills, Jingmen charms with its geothermal hot springs and well-preserved Ming Dynasty architecture, providing serene retreats for remote workers. The subtropical climate ensures comfortable stays, while growing co-working spaces and high-speed rail connectivity make it surprisingly nomad-friendly.
How fast is the internet in Jingmen?
Jingmen has an average download speed of 516 Mbps and upload speed of 60 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Jingmen?
Jingmen has an average year-round temperature of approximately 16.8 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Jingmen?
Jingmen is served by SHS (Jingzhou Shashi Airport), approximately 86 km from the city center.
What is the population of Jingmen?
The population of Jingmen is approximately 633K.
What infrastructure does Jingmen have?
Jingmen has 160 mapped points of interest, including 2 restaurants, 6 hospitals, 19 schools.
What country is Jingmen in?
Jingmen is located in China.
