Incheon Population 2026
Incheon has a population of 3,015,482, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Incheon. Roughly 5.8% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 3.4× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
3,015,482
Rank in South Korea
#3
Coordinates
37.46°N, 126.71°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
27 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Incheon
| City | Population | Rank in South Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Ganghwa-gun | 25,535 | #131 |
Cities near Incheon
- Bucheon-si850,731 people · ~8 km away
- Gwangmyeong357,545 people · ~14 km away
- Ansan-si623,256 people · ~18 km away
- Gimpo-si203,391 people · ~19 km away
- Anyang-si595,644 people · ~21 km away
- Gunpo286,485 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Incheon?
Incheon has a population of 3,015,482 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Incheon in?
Incheon is located in Incheon, South Korea.
Is Incheon the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 27 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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