Hŭngnam Population 2026
Hŭngnam has a population of 346,082, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hamgyong. Roughly 1.3% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 9.3× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
346,082
Rank in North Korea
#5
Coordinates
39.84°N, 127.63°E
~3 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
185 km
115 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hamgyong
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Hamhŭng | 559,056 | #2 |
| 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 Hŭngnam
- Hamhŭng559,056 people · ~12 km away
- Samho-rodongjagu19,025 people · ~24 km away
- Yŏnggwang-ŭp21,882 people · ~25 km away
- Hongwŏn70,923 people · ~34 km away
- Yuktae-dong76,427 people · ~49 km away
- Sinp’o152,759 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hŭngnam?
Hŭngnam has a population of 346,082 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Hŭngnam in?
Hŭngnam is located in South Hamgyong, North Korea.
Is Hŭngnam the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 185 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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