Haeju Population 2026
Haeju has a population of 222,396, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hwanghae. Roughly 0.8% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
222,396
Rank in North Korea
#14
Coordinates
38.04°N, 125.71°E
~57 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
111 km
69 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hwanghae
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Paech’ŏn-ŭp | 159,825 | #18 |
| Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp | 142,607 | #21 |
| Sinch’ŏn-ŭp | 141,407 | #22 |
| Ŭllyul | 107,997 | #26 |
| Kangnyŏng | 106,827 | #27 |
| Ŭnch’ŏn-ŭp | 95,597 | #33 |
| Kwail-ŭp | 89,895 | #34 |
| Samch’ŏn | 86,042 | #37 |
Cities near Haeju
- Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp142,607 people · ~21 km away
- Sinwŏn-ŭp83,161 people · ~22 km away
- Kangnyŏng106,827 people · ~23 km away
- Sinch’ŏn-ŭp141,407 people · ~40 km away
- Yŏnan-ŭp22,665 people · ~42 km away
- Samch’ŏn86,042 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Haeju?
Haeju has a population of 222,396 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Haeju in?
Haeju is located in South Hwanghae, North Korea.
Is Haeju the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 111 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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