Yangsan Population 2026
Yangsan has a population of 358,074, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangnam-do. Roughly 0.7% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
358,074
Rank in South Korea
#27
Coordinates
35.34°N, 129.03°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
308 km
191 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Yangsan?
Yangsan has a population of 358,074 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Yangsan in?
Yangsan is located in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea.
Is Yangsan the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 308 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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