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Chŏngju
City in North Pyongan, North Korea
Overview
Chŏngju is a lively city in North Pyongan province, North Korea, known for its mix of urban life, local industry, and cultural heritage. With nearly 190,000 residents, it features tranquil parks, working-class neighborhoods, and historic sites.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
North Korea
Province
North Pyongan
Population
189,742
Time Zone
Asia/Pyongyang
Coordinates
39.69°, 125.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$730
Local Cost
$390
Local Income
$50
Cashless
10
English
5
Temperature
10.3°C
Summer Avg
22.3°C
Winter Avg
-2.9°C
Record High
32.6°C
Record Low
-19.4°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1058 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
4.0
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 50/100.
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