Koch'ang Population 2026
Koch'ang has a population of 72,996, making it the #79 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Jeollabuk-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 142× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,996
Rank in South Korea
#79
Coordinates
35.43°N, 126.70°E
~44 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
238 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jeollabuk-do
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FAQ
What is the population of Koch'ang?
Koch'ang has a population of 72,996 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #79 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Koch'ang in?
Koch'ang is located in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea.
Is Koch'ang the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 238 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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