North Korea — Country Facts & Profile
조선
Eastern Asia, Asia
North Korea ranks #56 by population and #100 by land area worldwide. Officially known as 조선, this independent country sits in Eastern Asia and is home to 25,950,000 people. Pyongyang serves as its capital. The official language is Korean. The national currency is the North Korean won (₩ KPW).
Country Statistics
Physical Geography
North Korea is located in Eastern Asia at coordinates 40.00°N, 127.00°E. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 120,538 km² (46,540 mi²). Population density: 215 people per km². The highest point is Baekdu Mountain at 2,744 m.
Flora & Fauna
North Korea has 8 zoos.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Notable Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in North Korea, including Kim Il-sung Stadium with a capacity of 70,000 seats.
70,000 seats
Notable Cities of North Korea
Subdivisions
Pyongyang
7 cities · 3,681,520 people
Largest: Pyongyang
South Hwanghae
19 cities · 1,632,677 people
Largest: Haeju
South Pyongan
12 cities · 1,586,532 people
Largest: Sunch’ŏn
South Hamgyong
11 cities · 1,516,267 people
Largest: Hamhŭng
North Hamgyong
24 cities · 1,332,053 people
Largest: Chongjin
Chagang
9 cities · 577,024 people
Largest: Kanggye
North Hwanghae
7 cities · 575,190 people
Largest: Sariwŏn-si
P'yŏngan-bukto
12 cities · 502,147 people
Largest: Sinŭiju
Nampo
2 cities · 468,440 people
Largest: Namp’o
Kangwŏn-do
5 cities · 427,560 people
Largest: Wŏnsan
Yanggang-do
5 cities · 354,137 people
Largest: Hyesan
Kaesong
1 cities · 338,155 people
Largest: Kaesŏng
Rason
4 cities · 129,296 people
Largest: Rajin
Frequently Asked Questions about North Korea
- What is the capital of North Korea?
- The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang.
- What is the population of North Korea?
- North Korea has a population of approximately 25,950,000 people.
- What continent is North Korea in?
- North Korea is located in Asia, in the Eastern Asia subregion.
- Where is North Korea located?
- North Korea is located in Eastern Asia, Asia, at coordinates 40.0°N, 127.0°E.
- What currency does North Korea use?
- North Korea uses the North Korean won (₩ KPW).
- What is the capital and currency of North Korea?
- The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang and the currency is the North Korean won (KPW).
- What language is spoken in North Korea?
- The official language of North Korea is Korean.
- What is the area of North Korea?
- North Korea covers a total area of 120,538 km² (46,540 square miles).
- How large is North Korea in square miles?
- North Korea has a total area of approximately 46,540 square miles (120,538 km²).
- What is the population density of North Korea?
- North Korea has a population density of approximately 215 people per km².
- Is North Korea an independent country?
- Yes, North Korea is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does North Korea border?
- North Korea shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What countries border North Korea?
- North Korea shares land borders with: China, South Korea, Russia.
- What is the country calling code for North Korea?
- The international calling code for North Korea is +850. To call North Korea from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +850 and the local number.
- What time zone is North Korea in?
- North Korea operates on the UTC+09:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in North Korea?
- The highest point in North Korea is Baekdu Mountain at 2,744 m (9,003 ft) above sea level.