Gangneung Population 2026
Gangneung has a population of 208,161, making it the #44 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gangwon-do. Roughly 0.4% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
208,161
Rank in South Korea
#44
Coordinates
37.75°N, 128.87°E
~77 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
168 km
104 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Gangneung?
Gangneung has a population of 208,161 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #44 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Gangneung in?
Gangneung is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea.
Is Gangneung 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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