North Korea (officially Democratic People's Republic of Korea) is an independent country located in Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 25,950,000 people, it ranks #56 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 120,538 km² (#100 globally), with a population density of 215 people per km². The capital city is Pyongyang. The official language is Korean.
Key Facts
Population
25,950,000
#56 world ranking
Area
120,538 km²
#100 world ranking
Population Density
215/km²
Capital
Pyongyang
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+09:00
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+850
Languages
- Korean— see all countries
Currency
- North Korean won (₩)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Countries bordering North Korea →
China
Russia
South KoreaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
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 25,950,000 people, ranking #56 in the world by population.
How big is North Korea?
North Korea covers an area of 120,538 km², ranking #100 in the world by area. The population density is 215 people per km².
What languages are spoken in North Korea?
The official languages of North Korea are: Korean.
What is the currency of North Korea?
The currency of North Korea is North Korean won (₩).
What countries border North Korea?
North Korea shares borders with 3 countries: China, Russia, South Korea.