Hwawŏn Population 2026
Hwawŏn has a population of 64,718, making it the #84 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Daegu. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 160× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
64,718
Rank in South Korea
#84
Coordinates
35.80°N, 128.50°E
~36 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
239 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Daegu
| City | Population | Rank in South Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Daegu | 2,365,523 | #4 |
Cities near Hwawŏn
- Daegu2,365,523 people · ~11 km away
- Gyeongsan-si266,951 people · ~22 km away
- Waegwan29,691 people · ~23 km away
- Changnyeong74,668 people · ~29 km away
- Hayang27,236 people · ~31 km away
- Gumi404,691 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hwawŏn?
Hwawŏn has a population of 64,718 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #84 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Hwawŏn in?
Hwawŏn is located in Daegu, South Korea.
Is Hwawŏn the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 239 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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