Andong Population 2026
Andong has a population of 153,348, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Roughly 0.3% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 67× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
153,348
Rank in South Korea
#52
Coordinates
36.57°N, 128.72°E
~103 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
191 km
119 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Andong?
Andong has a population of 153,348 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Andong in?
Andong is located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
Is Andong the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 191 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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