Chuncheon Population 2026
Chuncheon has a population of 284,855, making it the #33 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gangwon-do. Roughly 0.6% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
284,855
Rank in South Korea
#33
Coordinates
37.87°N, 127.73°E
~92 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
75 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gangwon-do
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FAQ
What is the population of Chuncheon?
Chuncheon has a population of 284,855 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #33 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Chuncheon in?
Chuncheon is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea.
Is Chuncheon the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 75 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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