Samjiyŏn-ŭp Population 2026
Samjiyŏn-ŭp has a population of 31,471, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in Yanggang-do. Roughly 0.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 102× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,471
Rank in North Korea
#71
Coordinates
41.80°N, 128.32°E
~1,364 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
377 km
234 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yanggang-do
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Hyesan | 192,680 | #17 |
| Hyesan-dong | 97,794 | #32 |
| Kapsan-ŭp | 20,406 | #87 |
Cities near Samjiyŏn-ŭp
FAQ
What is the population of Samjiyŏn-ŭp?
Samjiyŏn-ŭp has a population of 31,471 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Samjiyŏn-ŭp in?
Samjiyŏn-ŭp is located in Yanggang-do, North Korea.
Is Samjiyŏn-ŭp the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 377 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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