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Hyesan
City in Ryanggang, North Korea
Overview
Hyesan is a remote city in northern North Korea, situated along the Yalu River and facing the Chinese city of Changbai. Known for its mountainous surroundings and role as a hub for timber and minerals, it offers a rare glimpse into daily life in the DPRK's provinces. The city is both an administrative center and a important gateway for trade and transport in the Ryanggang region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
North Korea
Province
Ryanggang
Population
192,680
Time Zone
Asia/Pyongyang
Coordinates
41.40°, 128.18°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
20
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
2
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
25
Monthly Cost
$665
Local Cost
$370
Local Income
$20
Cashless
1
English
3
Temperature
2.2°C
Summer Avg
17.4°C
Winter Avg
-14.5°C
Record High
34.1°C
Record Low
-38.6°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
730 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
8.0
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 35/100.
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