Asan Population 2026
Asan has a population of 97,749, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Chungcheongnam-do. Roughly 0.2% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 106× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
97,749
Rank in South Korea
#59
Coordinates
36.78°N, 127.00°E
~27 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
87 km
54 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Asan?
Asan has a population of 97,749 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Asan in?
Asan is located in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea.
Is Asan the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 87 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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