South Korea Population: 51,252,483
South Korea is situated in the southern half of the Korean Peninsula. It is widely known as an East Asian nation. The capital of South Koreas is Seoul. There are very popular cities in South Korea that are high tech and highly developed. South Korea’s hilly countryside is filled with cherry trees, temples, and fishing villages. The country is also called as a global leader. South Korea has been very influential in the field of innovation and technology.
Largest Cities in South Korea by Population
Seoul has the highest population, followed by Busan, Incheon, Daegu, Gwangju, and many more.
CITY NAME | POPULATION | CITY NAME | POPULATION | CITY NAME | POPULATION |
Seoul | 10,349,312 | Chinju | 307,242 | Asan | 97,749 |
Busan | 3,678,555 | Yeosu | 295,538 | Wabu | 96,775 |
Incheon | 2,628,000 | Gumi | 291,006 | Namyangju | 90,798 |
Daegu | 2,566,540 | Iksan | 283,501 | Kwangyang | 89,281 |
Daejeon | 1,475,221 | Mokpo | 268,402 | Hongseong | 89,174 |
Gwangju | 1,416,938 | Gunsan | 243,406 | Sokcho | 89,047 |
Suwon | 1,242,724 | Wonju | 243,387 | Eisen | 84,625 |
Goyang-si | 1,073,069 | Suncheon | 230,796 | Wanju | 84,009 |
Seongnam-si | 1,031,935 | Sejong | 230,327 | Yangp’yong | 83,367 |
Ulsan | 962,865 | Chuncheon | 209,746 | Ungsang | 83,360 |
Bucheon-si | 850,731 | Icheon-si | 196,230 | Sinhyeon | 82,560 |
Jeonju | 711,424 | Guri-si | 195,236 | Gwangju | 81,780 |
Ansan-si | 650,728 | Gangneung | 180,611 | Mungyeong | 81,525 |
Cheongju-si | 634,596 | Yangju | 179,923 | Naeso | 80,987 |
Anyang-si | 634,367 | Osan | 158,978 | Muan | 75,718 |
Changwon | 550,000 | Seogwipo | 155,691 | Hongch’on | 75,251 |
Pohang | 500,000 | Gyeongju | 155,237 | Changnyeong | 74,668 |
Uijeongbu-si | 479,141 | Gimcheon | 150,000 | Seosan | 74,208 |
Hwaseong-si | 476,297 | Jeongeup | 139,876 | Koch’ang | 72,996 |
Masan | 434,371 | Hanam | 134,902 | Gongju | 72,435 |
Jeju City | 408,364 | Gyeongsan-si | 129,903 | Kyosai | 72,124 |
Cheonan | 365,114 | Andong | 129,319 | Yangsan | 71,936 |
Kwangmyong | 357,545 | Hwado | 106,358 | ||
Kimhae | 356,242 | Tonghae | 101,128 |
South Korea Population History
The total population of South Korea for 2020 is 51,269,185. In the years before 2000, there has been remarkable growth in the total population of South Korea. The figures show that after 2000 the population rate is gradually increasing. However, the median age for 2020 is 43.7, and it will considerably increase during the coming years.
Year | Population | Yearly % Change | Yearly Change | Migrants (net) | Median Age | Fertility Rate | Density (P/Km²) | Urban Pop % | Urban Population | Country’s Share of World Pop | World Population | Global Rank |
2020 | 51,269,185 | 0.09% | 43,877 | 11,731 | 43.7 | 1.11 | 527 | 81.80% | 41,934,110 | 0.66% | 7,794,798,739 | 28 |
2019 | 51,225,308 | 0.10% | 53,602 | 11,731 | 41.4 | 1.21 | 527 | 81.60% | 41,805,375 | 0.66% | 7,713,468,100 | 28 |
2018 | 51,171,706 | 0.15% | 75,291 | 11,731 | 41.4 | 1.21 | 526 | 81.40% | 41,678,226 | 0.67% | 7,631,091,040 | 28 |
2017 | 51,096,415 | 0.22% | 112,958 | 11,731 | 41.4 | 1.21 | 526 | 81.30% | 41,552,264 | 0.68% | 7,547,858,925 | 27 |
2016 | 50,983,457 | 0.32% | 160,364 | 11,731 | 41.4 | 1.21 | 524 | 81.30% | 41,426,777 | 0.68% | 7,464,022,049 | 27 |
2015 | 50,823,093 | 0.51% | 255,491 | 80,237 | 40.8 | 1.23 | 523 | 81.30% | 41,301,851 | 0.69% | 7,379,797,139 | 27 |
2010 | 49,545,636 | 0.34% | 168,913 | -31,309 | 38 | 1.17 | 510 | 81.90% | 40,601,614 | 0.71% | 6,956,823,603 | 26 |
2005 | 48,701,073 | 0.55% | 264,366 | 16,245 | 34.8 | 1.21 | 501 | 81.40% | 39,622,010 | 0.74% | 6,541,907,027 | 25 |
2000 | 47,379,241 | 0.90% | 417,344 | 31,886 | 31.9 | 1.5 | 487 | 79.60% | 37,729,427 | 0.77% | 6,143,493,823 | 24 |
1995 | 45,292,522 | 1.08% | 474,821 | 14,284 | 29.3 | 1.68 | 466 | 78.20% | 35,441,319 | 0.79% | 5,744,212,979 | 24 |
1990 | 42,918,419 | 1.02% | 422,803 | 34,116 | 27 | 1.57 | 441 | 73.90% | 31,696,103 | 0.81% | 5,327,231,061 | 24 |
1985 | 40,804,402 | 1.41% | 551,759 | 18,578 | 24.3 | 2.23 | 420 | 64.90% | 26,474,831 | 0.84% | 4,870,921,740 | 23 |
1980 | 38,045,607 | 1.46% | 533,389 | -33,027 | 22.1 | 2.92 | 391 | 56.70% | 21,582,191 | 0.85% | 4,458,003,514 | 23 |
1975 | 35,378,661 | 1.90% | 636,596 | -41,988 | 19.9 | 4 | 364 | 48.00% | 16,997,155 | 0.87% | 4,079,480,606 | 23 |
1970 | 32,195,681 | 2.19% | 660,025 | -16,369 | 19 | 4.65 | 331 | 40.70% | 13,110,502 | 0.87% | 3,700,437,046 | 24 |
1965 | 28,895,558 | 2.67% | 713,209 | -13,827 | 18.4 | 5.6 | 297 | 32.40% | 9,351,713 | 0.87% | 3,339,583,597 | 24 |
1960 | 25,329,515 | 3.32% | 762,989 | 62,079 | 18.6 | 6.33 | 261 | 27.70% | 7,022,058 | 0.83% | 3,034,949,748 | 24 |
1955 | 21,514,570 | 2.29% | 460,637 | 86,590 | 18.9 | 5.65 | 221 | 24.40% | 5,251,885 | 0.78% | 2,773,019,936 | 24 |
South Korea Population forecast
The total population as of 2020 is known as 51,269,185. The population forecast shows that there is going to be a significant decrease in the total population. By 2050, the total population is estimated at 46,829,925, which is -0.67 %.
The main factor contributing to the decrease in the total population is the total fertility rate of South Korea. From 2020 to 2050, the fertility rate remains constant, which is 1.11%. This suggests that due to no increase in the percentage of newborns, there is no increase in the total population.
Year | Population | Yearly % Change | Yearly Change | Migrants (net) | Median Age | Fertility Rate | Density (P/Km²) | Urban Pop % | Urban Population | Country’s Share of World Pop | World Population | Global Rank |
2020 | 51,269,185 | 0.17% | 89,218 | 11,731 | 43.7 | 1.11 | 527 | 81.80% | 41,934,110 | 0.66% | 7,794,798,739 | 28 |
2025 | 51,339,377 | 0.03% | 14,038 | 20,000 | 46.5 | 1.11 | 528 | 83.00% | 42,587,468 | 0.63% | 8,184,437,460 | 29 |
2030 | 51,152,046 | -0.07% | -37,466 | 30,001 | 49.1 | 1.11 | 526 | 84.50% | 43,241,435 | 0.60% | 8,548,487,400 | 31 |
2035 | 50,685,006 | -0.18% | -93,408 | 30,001 | 51.4 | 1.11 | 521 | 86.30% | 43,761,621 | 0.57% | 8,887,524,213 | 34 |
2040 | 49,783,734 | -0.36% | -180,254 | 30,001 | 53.4 | 1.11 | 512 | 88.40% | 44,014,618 | 0.54% | 9,198,847,240 | 37 |
2045 | 48,479,724 | -0.53% | -260,802 | 30,001 | 54.9 | 1.11 | 499 | 90.70% | 43,976,623 | 0.51% | 9,481,803,274 | 38 |
2050 | 46,829,925 | -0.69% | -329,960 | 56.5 | 1.11 | 482 | 93.10% | 43,616,033 | 0.48% | 9,735,033,990 | 43 |
South Korea Demographics
South Korea is well known for its life expectancy rate. The average expectancy rate is 83.50%. The infant mortality rate of this country is projected at 1.8. The total male percentage of South Korea is 50.06%, which is 25,665,854. The female population is known to be 49.94% that is 25,603,329.
South Korea Religion & Politics
There are no major religious groups in South Korea. Most of the people are non-believers. The total percentage of people with no religious belief is 46%. Christianity is the religion that has grown significantly in South Korea. In past years 1% of populations were Catholics.
Recently, Christians in South Korea are 26%. South Korea is well known for Buddhism and its temples. The total percentage of Buddhists is 23%.
South Korea Economy
South Korea is an industrialized country. The country has been a prominent leader in the import and export field. As South Korea is a highly developed nation, its nominal GDP is high, and the country has been ranked as the world’s 12th largest economy.
Largest Countries in the World by Population
S.No | Country | Population (2020) | World Population Share (%) |
1 | China | 1,439,323,776 | 18.47% |
2 | India | 1,380,004,385 | 17.70% |
3 | United States | 331,002,651 | 4.25% |
4 | Indonesia | 273,523,615 | 3.51% |
5 | Pakistan | 220,892,340 | 2.83% |
6 | Brazil | 212,559,417 | 2.73% |
7 | Nigeria | 206,139,589 | 2.64% |
8 | Bangladesh | 164,689,383 | 2.11% |
9 | Russia | 145,934,462 | 1.87% |
10 | Mexico | 128,932,753 | 1.65% |