Anbyŏn-ŭp Population 2026
Anbyŏn-ŭp has a population of 31,845, making it the #69 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in Kangwŏn-do. Roughly 0.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 101× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,845
Rank in North Korea
#69
Coordinates
39.04°N, 127.52°E
~17 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
153 km
95 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kangwŏn-do
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Wŏnsan | 329,207 | #7 |
| Kosan | 24,822 | #79 |
| Hoeyang | 21,111 | #85 |
| T’ongch’ŏn-ŭp | 20,575 | #86 |
Cities near Anbyŏn-ŭp
FAQ
What is the population of Anbyŏn-ŭp?
Anbyŏn-ŭp has a population of 31,845 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #69 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Anbyŏn-ŭp in?
Anbyŏn-ŭp is located in Kangwŏn-do, North Korea.
Is Anbyŏn-ŭp the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 153 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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