Naesŏ Population 2026
Naesŏ has a population of 80,987, making it the #74 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangnam-do. Roughly 0.2% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 128× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,987
Rank in South Korea
#74
Coordinates
35.25°N, 128.52°E
~62 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
292 km
181 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Naesŏ?
Naesŏ has a population of 80,987 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #74 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Naesŏ in?
Naesŏ is located in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea.
Is Naesŏ the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 292 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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