Iwŏn-ŭp Population 2026
Iwŏn-ŭp has a population of 26,364, making it the #77 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hamgyong. Roughly 0.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 122× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,364
Rank in North Korea
#77
Coordinates
40.32°N, 128.66°E
~2 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
287 km
178 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hamgyong
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Hamhŭng | 559,056 | #2 |
| Hŭngnam | 346,082 | #5 |
| Changam-ch’on | 207,299 | #16 |
| Sinp’o | 152,759 | #19 |
| Yuktae-dong | 76,427 | #40 |
| Hongwŏn | 70,923 | #41 |
| Yŏnggwang-ŭp | 21,882 | #82 |
| Kowŏn-ŭp | 21,490 | #84 |
Cities near Iwŏn-ŭp
- Changam-ch’on207,299 people · ~33 km away
- Sinp’o152,759 people · ~50 km away
- Yuktae-dong76,427 people · ~54 km away
- Hongwŏn70,923 people · ~68 km away
- Samho-rodongjagu19,025 people · ~79 km away
- Kapsan-ŭp20,406 people · ~91 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Iwŏn-ŭp?
Iwŏn-ŭp has a population of 26,364 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #77 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Iwŏn-ŭp in?
Iwŏn-ŭp is located in South Hamgyong, North Korea.
Is Iwŏn-ŭp the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 287 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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