Santyoku Population 2026
Santyoku has a population of 42,145, making it the #109 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Gangwon-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 246× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,145
Rank in South Korea
#109
Coordinates
37.44°N, 129.17°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
194 km
120 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Santyoku?
Santyoku has a population of 42,145 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #109 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Santyoku in?
Santyoku is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea.
Is Santyoku the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 194 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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