Myŏnggan-dong Population 2026
Myŏnggan-dong has a population of 99,557, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in North Hamgyong. Roughly 0.4% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
99,557
Rank in North Korea
#31
Coordinates
41.14°N, 129.49°E
~234 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
395 km
245 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Hamgyong
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Chongjin | 327,000 | #8 |
| Hwasŏng | 99,557 | #30 |
| Ŭndŏk | 89,244 | #35 |
| Ŏrang | 87,757 | #36 |
| Hwadae | 67,677 | #42 |
| Namyang-nodongjagu | 65,956 | #44 |
| Myŏngch’ŏn | 65,797 | #45 |
| Kilju | 63,652 | #48 |
Cities near Myŏnggan-dong
FAQ
What is the population of Myŏnggan-dong?
Myŏnggan-dong has a population of 99,557 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Myŏnggan-dong in?
Myŏnggan-dong is located in North Hamgyong, North Korea.
Is Myŏnggan-dong the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 395 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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