Cheongju-si Population 2026
Cheongju-si has a population of 852,147, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in North Chungcheong. Roughly 1.7% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
852,147
Rank in South Korea
#12
Coordinates
36.64°N, 127.49°E
~49 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
113 km
70 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Cheongju-si?
Cheongju-si has a population of 852,147 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Cheongju-si in?
Cheongju-si is located in North Chungcheong, South Korea.
Is Cheongju-si the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 113 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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