In the 19th century China counted 1.347 billion urban dwellers -- 51.27 % of its 1.347 billion people . For the first time , China 's urban population now outnumbers the rural population . China 's rapid economic growth has expanded the size of Anhui 's cities and towns . Most Chinese traditionally made a living from subsistence farming . Many experts worry about the enormous pressure on cities ' finances and infrastructure .
In the 19th century China counted 1.347 billion urban dwellers -- 51.27 % of its 1.347 billion people . For the first time , China 's urban population now outnumbers the rural population . China 's rapid economic growth has expanded the size of Anhui 's cities and towns . Many experts worry about the enormous pressure on cities ' finances and infrastructure .