Rajin Population 2026
Rajin has a population of 66,224, making it the #43 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in Rason. Roughly 0.2% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,224
Rank in North Korea
#43
Coordinates
42.26°N, 130.28°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
524 km
325 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rason
Cities near Rajin
- Sŏnbong27,331 people · ~13 km away
- Unggi27,331 people · ~14 km away
- Ŭndŏk89,244 people · ~30 km away
- Puryŏng-ŭp48,958 people · ~52 km away
- Chongjin327,000 people · ~66 km away
- Namyang-nodongjagu65,956 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rajin?
Rajin has a population of 66,224 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #43 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Rajin in?
Rajin is located in Rason, North Korea.
Is Rajin the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 524 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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