Daejeon Population 2026
Daejeon has a population of 1,441,203, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Daejeon. Roughly 2.8% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 7.2× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,441,203
Rank in South Korea
#5
Coordinates
36.35°N, 127.38°E
~58 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
140 km
87 miles, straight line
Cities near Daejeon
FAQ
What is the population of Daejeon?
Daejeon has a population of 1,441,203 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Daejeon in?
Daejeon is located in Daejeon, South Korea.
Is Daejeon the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 140 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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