Changnyeong Population 2026
Changnyeong has a population of 74,668, making it the #77 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangnam-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 139× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,668
Rank in South Korea
#77
Coordinates
35.54°N, 128.50°E
~66 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
263 km
163 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Changnyeong?
Changnyeong has a population of 74,668 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #77 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Changnyeong in?
Changnyeong is located in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea.
Is Changnyeong the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 263 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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