Yuktae-dong Population 2026
Yuktae-dong has a population of 76,427, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hamgyong. Roughly 0.3% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,427
Rank in North Korea
#40
Coordinates
40.02°N, 128.16°E
~1 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
234 km
145 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hamgyong
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Hamhŭng | 559,056 | #2 |
| Hŭngnam | 346,082 | #5 |
| Changam-ch’on | 207,299 | #16 |
| Sinp’o | 152,759 | #19 |
| Hongwŏn | 70,923 | #41 |
| Iwŏn-ŭp | 26,364 | #77 |
| Yŏnggwang-ŭp | 21,882 | #82 |
| Kowŏn-ŭp | 21,490 | #84 |
Cities near Yuktae-dong
FAQ
What is the population of Yuktae-dong?
Yuktae-dong has a population of 76,427 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Yuktae-dong in?
Yuktae-dong is located in South Hamgyong, North Korea.
Is Yuktae-dong the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 234 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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