Kangnyŏng Population 2026
Kangnyŏng has a population of 106,827, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hwanghae. Roughly 0.4% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
106,827
Rank in North Korea
#27
Coordinates
37.91°N, 125.51°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
127 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hwanghae
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Haeju | 222,396 | #14 |
| Paech’ŏn-ŭp | 159,825 | #18 |
| Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp | 142,607 | #21 |
| Sinch’ŏn-ŭp | 141,407 | #22 |
| Ŭllyul | 107,997 | #26 |
| Ŭnch’ŏn-ŭp | 95,597 | #33 |
| Kwail-ŭp | 89,895 | #34 |
| Samch’ŏn | 86,042 | #37 |
Cities near Kangnyŏng
- Haeju222,396 people · ~23 km away
- Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp142,607 people · ~38 km away
- Sinwŏn-ŭp83,161 people · ~43 km away
- Sinch’ŏn-ŭp141,407 people · ~50 km away
- Samch’ŏn86,042 people · ~53 km away
- Yŏnan-ŭp22,665 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kangnyŏng?
Kangnyŏng has a population of 106,827 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Kangnyŏng in?
Kangnyŏng is located in South Hwanghae, North Korea.
Is Kangnyŏng the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 127 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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