Gwangmyeong Population 2026
Gwangmyeong has a population of 357,545, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeonggi-do. Roughly 0.7% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
357,545
Rank in South Korea
#28
Coordinates
37.48°N, 126.87°E
~30 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
14 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gyeonggi-do
| City | Population | Rank in South Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Suwon | 1,234,582 | #7 |
| Goyang-si | 1,061,752 | #9 |
| Seongnam-si | 914,832 | #11 |
| Bucheon-si | 850,731 | #13 |
| Hwaseong-si | 640,890 | #15 |
| Ansan-si | 623,256 | #17 |
| Anyang-si | 595,644 | #18 |
| Uijeongbu-si | 479,141 | #22 |
Cities near Gwangmyeong
FAQ
What is the population of Gwangmyeong?
Gwangmyeong has a population of 357,545 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Gwangmyeong in?
Gwangmyeong is located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
Is Gwangmyeong the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 14 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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