Tongyeong Population 2026
Tongyeong has a population of 70,641, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangnam-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 147× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,641
Rank in South Korea
#82
Coordinates
34.85°N, 128.43°E
~28 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
329 km
204 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Tongyeong?
Tongyeong has a population of 70,641 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Tongyeong in?
Tongyeong is located in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea.
Is Tongyeong the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 329 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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