Tŏkch’ŏn Population 2026
Tŏkch’ŏn has a population of 237,133, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Pyongan. Roughly 0.9% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
237,133
Rank in North Korea
#13
Coordinates
39.75°N, 126.26°E
~113 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
91 km
57 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Pyongan
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Sunch’ŏn | 437,000 | #4 |
| Kaech’ŏn | 319,554 | #10 |
| Paek'ak | 125,924 | #23 |
| Chaeryŏng-ni | 125,631 | #24 |
| Kangsŏn | 102,436 | #28 |
| P’yŏngsŏng | 100,000 | #29 |
| Anju | 50,196 | #50 |
| Ch’ŏsal-li | 43,614 | #56 |
Cities near Tŏkch’ŏn
FAQ
What is the population of Tŏkch’ŏn?
Tŏkch’ŏn has a population of 237,133 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Tŏkch’ŏn in?
Tŏkch’ŏn is located in South Pyongan, North Korea.
Is Tŏkch’ŏn the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 91 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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