Kosan Population 2026
Kosan has a population of 24,822, making it the #79 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in Kangwŏn-do. Roughly 0.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 130× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,822
Rank in North Korea
#79
Coordinates
38.86°N, 127.42°E
~195 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
145 km
90 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kangwŏn-do
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Wŏnsan | 329,207 | #7 |
| Anbyŏn-ŭp | 31,845 | #69 |
| Hoeyang | 21,111 | #85 |
| T’ongch’ŏn-ŭp | 20,575 | #86 |
Cities near Kosan
FAQ
What is the population of Kosan?
Kosan has a population of 24,822 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #79 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Kosan in?
Kosan is located in Kangwŏn-do, North Korea.
Is Kosan the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 145 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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