Nangen Population 2026
Nangen has a population of 81,257, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Jeollabuk-do. Roughly 0.2% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 127× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
81,257
Rank in South Korea
#72
Coordinates
35.41°N, 127.39°E
~103 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
242 km
150 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Nangen?
Nangen has a population of 81,257 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Nangen in?
Nangen is located in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea.
Is Nangen the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 242 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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