Miryang Population 2026
Miryang has a population of 53,103, making it the #97 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangnam-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 195× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,103
Rank in South Korea
#97
Coordinates
35.49°N, 128.75°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
280 km
174 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gyeongsangnam-do
Cities near Miryang
- Changnyeong74,668 people · ~24 km away
- Changwon1,025,702 people · ~30 km away
- Yangsan358,074 people · ~31 km away
- Kimhae531,966 people · ~31 km away
- Naesŏ80,987 people · ~34 km away
- Gyeongsan-si266,951 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Miryang?
Miryang has a population of 53,103 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #97 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Miryang in?
Miryang is located in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea.
Is Miryang the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 280 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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