Gyeongsan-si Population 2026
Gyeongsan-si has a population of 266,951, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Roughly 0.5% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
266,951
Rank in South Korea
#37
Coordinates
35.82°N, 128.74°E
~59 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
249 km
155 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Gyeongsan-si?
Gyeongsan-si has a population of 266,951 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Gyeongsan-si in?
Gyeongsan-si is located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
Is Gyeongsan-si the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 249 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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