Jangheung Population 2026
Jangheung has a population of 34,544, making it the #119 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Jeollanam-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 300× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,544
Rank in South Korea
#119
Coordinates
34.68°N, 126.91°E
~28 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
321 km
199 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Jangheung?
Jangheung has a population of 34,544 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #119 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Jangheung in?
Jangheung is located in Jeollanam-do, South Korea.
Is Jangheung the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 321 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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