Wŏnju Population 2026
Wŏnju has a population of 332,849, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gangwon-do. Roughly 0.6% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
332,849
Rank in South Korea
#29
Coordinates
37.35°N, 127.95°E
~133 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
89 km
55 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Wŏnju?
Wŏnju has a population of 332,849 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Wŏnju in?
Wŏnju is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea.
Is Wŏnju the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 89 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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