What is the Population of South Korea?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
South Korea has a population of approximately 51,159,889 people, making it the 30th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.64% of the world's population. With a land area of 100,210 km², the population density is roughly 511 people per km².
| Population | 51,159,889 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 30th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.64% |
| Area | 100,210 km² |
| Population density | 511 / km² |
| Demonym | South Korean |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 51,159,889 | 30th |
| Colombia | 53,057,212 | 27th |
| Sudan | 51,662,000 | 28th |
| Myanmar | 51,316,756 | 29th |
| Spain | 49,315,949 | 31st |
| Algeria | 47,400,000 | 32nd |
| Argentina | 46,735,004 | 33rd |
South Korea compared with its neighbours
| Country | Population | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|
| North Korea | 25,950,000 | 120,538 |
South Korea in context
- South Korea covers 100,210 km², making it the 107th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 1 country: North Korea.
- With 51,159,889 people, South Korea holds about 3.1% of the population of Eastern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- South Korea is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of South Korea — FAQ
What is the population of South Korea?
The population of South Korea is approximately 51,159,889 (51.2 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of South Korea in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of South Korea at approximately 51,159,889 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). South Korea is the 30th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in South Korea?
Approximately 51,159,889 people live in South Korea, making it the 30th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does South Korea rank by population?
South Korea is the 30th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.64%.
What is the population density of South Korea?
South Korea has a population density of roughly 511 people per km², based on a land area of 100,210 km².
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