Pyongyang Population 2026 capital
Pyongyang has a population of 3,222,000, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in Pyongyang. Roughly 12% of North Korea's population lives here. Pyongyang is the capital of North Korea.
Population (city proper)
3,222,000
Rank in North Korea
#1
Coordinates
39.03°N, 125.75°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Other big cities in Pyongyang
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Man’gyŏngdae-ri | 321,690 | #9 |
| Sŭngho 1-tong | 39,841 | #59 |
| Sunan | 36,671 | #64 |
| Kangdong-ŭp | 28,922 | #74 |
| Chunghwa | 19,346 | #92 |
Cities near Pyongyang
- Man’gyŏngdae-ri321,690 people · ~9 km away
- Kangsŏn102,436 people · ~18 km away
- Chunghwa19,346 people · ~19 km away
- Sunan36,671 people · ~20 km away
- Sŭngho 1-tong39,841 people · ~20 km away
- P’yŏngsŏng100,000 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pyongyang?
Pyongyang has a population of 3,222,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Pyongyang in?
Pyongyang is located in Pyongyang, North Korea.
Is Pyongyang the capital of North Korea?
Yes, Pyongyang is the capital of North Korea.
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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