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Hongwŏn
City in South Hamgyong, North Korea
Overview
Hongwŏn is a modestly sized provincial city in South Hamgyong, North Korea, known for its riverside scenery and local markets. Life here is slow-paced, with a focus on community and tradition, offering visitors a unique glimpse into North Korean provincial living.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
North Korea
Province
South Hamgyong
Population
142,910
Time Zone
Asia/Pyongyang
Coordinates
40.03°, 127.96°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$395
Local Cost
$217
Local Income
$25
Cashless
1
English
5
Temperature
10.1°C
Summer Avg
21.5°C
Winter Avg
-2.2°C
Record High
33.3°C
Record Low
-19.6°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
929 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
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 40/100.
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