Yecheon Population 2026
Yecheon has a population of 54,873, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 189× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,873
Rank in South Korea
#95
Coordinates
36.66°N, 128.46°E
~92 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
165 km
102 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Yecheon?
Yecheon has a population of 54,873 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Yecheon in?
Yecheon is located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
Is Yecheon the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 165 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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