Gimcheon Population 2026
Gimcheon has a population of 150,000, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Roughly 0.3% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 69× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
150,000
Rank in South Korea
#53
Coordinates
36.12°N, 128.12°E
~81 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
190 km
118 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Gimcheon?
Gimcheon has a population of 150,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Gimcheon in?
Gimcheon is located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
Is Gimcheon the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 190 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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