Hoeyang Population 2026
Hoeyang has a population of 21,111, making it the #85 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in Kangwŏn-do. Roughly 0.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 153× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,111
Rank in North Korea
#85
Coordinates
38.71°N, 127.60°E
~354 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
164 km
102 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kangwŏn-do
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Wŏnsan | 329,207 | #7 |
| Anbyŏn-ŭp | 31,845 | #69 |
| Kosan | 24,822 | #79 |
| T’ongch’ŏn-ŭp | 20,575 | #86 |
Cities near Hoeyang
FAQ
What is the population of Hoeyang?
Hoeyang has a population of 21,111 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #85 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Hoeyang in?
Hoeyang is located in Kangwŏn-do, North Korea.
Is Hoeyang the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 164 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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