Yeongju Population 2026
Yeongju has a population of 84,625, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Roughly 0.2% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 122× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
84,625
Rank in South Korea
#66
Coordinates
36.82°N, 128.63°E
~145 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
168 km
104 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Yeongju?
Yeongju has a population of 84,625 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Yeongju in?
Yeongju is located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
Is Yeongju the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 168 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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