Anak Population 2026
Anak has a population of 19,995, making it the #88 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in North Hwanghae. Roughly 0.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 161× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,995
Rank in North Korea
#88
Coordinates
38.51°N, 125.49°E
~28 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
62 km
39 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Hwanghae
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Sariwŏn-si | 310,100 | #11 |
| Songnim-ni | 152,425 | #20 |
| Hwangju-ŭp | 35,641 | #65 |
| Hŭkkyo-ri | 25,437 | #78 |
| Sinmak | 18,669 | #94 |
Cities near Anak
- Ŭnch’ŏn-ŭp95,597 people · ~8 km away
- Sinch’ŏn-ŭp141,407 people · ~18 km away
- Samch’ŏn86,042 people · ~22 km away
- Sariwŏn-si310,100 people · ~23 km away
- Namp’o455,000 people · ~26 km away
- Ŭllyul107,997 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Anak?
Anak has a population of 19,995 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #88 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Anak in?
Anak is located in North Hwanghae, North Korea.
Is Anak the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 62 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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