Iksan Population 2026
Iksan has a population of 307,000, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Jeollabuk-do. Roughly 0.6% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
307,000
Rank in South Korea
#31
Coordinates
35.94°N, 126.95°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
180 km
112 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Iksan?
Iksan has a population of 307,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Iksan in?
Iksan is located in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea.
Is Iksan the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 180 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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