Heunghae Population 2026
Heunghae has a population of 36,080, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 287× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,080
Rank in South Korea
#117
Coordinates
36.11°N, 129.35°E
~22 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
266 km
165 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Heunghae?
Heunghae has a population of 36,080 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Heunghae in?
Heunghae is located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
Is Heunghae the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 266 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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