Yŏnan-ŭp Population 2026
Yŏnan-ŭp has a population of 22,665, making it the #80 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hwanghae. Roughly 0.1% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 142× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,665
Rank in North Korea
#80
Coordinates
37.91°N, 126.16°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
130 km
81 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hwanghae
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Haeju | 222,396 | #14 |
| Paech’ŏn-ŭp | 159,825 | #18 |
| Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp | 142,607 | #21 |
| Sinch’ŏn-ŭp | 141,407 | #22 |
| Ŭllyul | 107,997 | #26 |
| Kangnyŏng | 106,827 | #27 |
| Ŭnch’ŏn-ŭp | 95,597 | #33 |
| Kwail-ŭp | 89,895 | #34 |
Cities near Yŏnan-ŭp
- Paech’ŏn-ŭp159,825 people · ~15 km away
- Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp142,607 people · ~21 km away
- Kaesŏng338,155 people · ~35 km away
- Haeju222,396 people · ~42 km away
- Sinwŏn-ŭp83,161 people · ~50 km away
- Sinmak18,669 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Yŏnan-ŭp?
Yŏnan-ŭp has a population of 22,665 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #80 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Yŏnan-ŭp in?
Yŏnan-ŭp is located in South Hwanghae, North Korea.
Is Yŏnan-ŭp the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 130 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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