Koesan Population 2026
Koesan has a population of 44,461, making it the #103 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in North Chungcheong. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 233× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,461
Rank in South Korea
#103
Coordinates
36.81°N, 127.79°E
~116 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
111 km
69 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Chungcheong
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FAQ
What is the population of Koesan?
Koesan has a population of 44,461 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #103 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Koesan in?
Koesan is located in North Chungcheong, South Korea.
Is Koesan the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 111 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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