Waegwan Population 2026
Waegwan has a population of 29,691, making it the #125 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 349× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,691
Rank in South Korea
#125
Coordinates
35.99°N, 128.40°E
~33 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
216 km
134 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Waegwan?
Waegwan has a population of 29,691 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #125 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Waegwan in?
Waegwan is located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
Is Waegwan the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 216 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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