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Yŏnggwang-ŭp
City in South Hamgyong, North Korea
Overview
Yŏnggwang-ŭp is a small town in South Hamgyong province, North Korea, known for its quiet pace, local markets, and proximity to agricultural and industrial sites. The town offers a glimpse into everyday life in rural North Korea, with simple amenities and a strong sense of community.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
North Korea
Province
South Hamgyong
Population
21,882
Time Zone
Asia/Pyongyang
Coordinates
40.02°, 127.45°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$347
Local Cost
$165
Local Income
$30
Cashless
2
English
5
Temperature
8.1°C
Summer Avg
21.1°C
Winter Avg
-6.1°C
Record High
35.8°C
Record Low
-24.5°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
946 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DSO
Distance
30 km
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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 2025-12-05.
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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