Hamhŭng Population 2026
Hamhŭng has a population of 559,056, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hamgyong. Roughly 2.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 5.8× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
559,056
Rank in North Korea
#2
Coordinates
39.92°N, 127.54°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
182 km
113 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hamgyong
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Hŭngnam | 346,082 | #5 |
| Changam-ch’on | 207,299 | #16 |
| Sinp’o | 152,759 | #19 |
| Yuktae-dong | 76,427 | #40 |
| Hongwŏn | 70,923 | #41 |
| Iwŏn-ŭp | 26,364 | #77 |
| Yŏnggwang-ŭp | 21,882 | #82 |
| Kowŏn-ŭp | 21,490 | #84 |
Cities near Hamhŭng
- Hŭngnam346,082 people · ~12 km away
- Yŏnggwang-ŭp21,882 people · ~13 km away
- Samho-rodongjagu19,025 people · ~29 km away
- Hongwŏn70,923 people · ~38 km away
- Yuktae-dong76,427 people · ~54 km away
- Sinp’o152,759 people · ~58 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hamhŭng?
Hamhŭng has a population of 559,056 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Hamhŭng in?
Hamhŭng is located in South Hamgyong, North Korea.
Is Hamhŭng the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 182 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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