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Kanggye
City in Chagang, North Korea
Overview
Kanggye, the capital of Chagang Province, is a mid-sized North Korean city on the banks of the Chagang River. Known for its industrial significance and scenic hills, Kanggye offers a unique glimpse into everyday life in the north. While tourism is highly restricted, the city features monuments, leafy streets, and lively local markets.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
North Korea
Province
Chagang
Population
251,971
Time Zone
Asia/Pyongyang
Coordinates
40.97°, 126.59°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$279
Local Cost
$163
Local Income
$30
Cashless
1
English
2
Temperature
3.2°C
Summer Avg
17.8°C
Winter Avg
-13.1°C
Record High
31.1°C
Record Low
-37.4°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
796 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
6.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.
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