Comparison of military forces between South and North Korea 2022, by type

Published by L. Yoon, Aug 15, 2024

In 2022, South Korea had approximately 500,000 military forces, while North Korea had around 1.28 million. Overall, North Korea had more than twice as many military forces as South Korea.

Comparison of military forces between South Korea and North Korea in 2022, by type (in 1,000s)

CharacteristicArmyNavyAir forceStrategic rocket force**Total
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Statistic: Comparison of military forces between South Korea and North Korea in 2022, by type (in 1,000s)

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February 2023

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North Korea, South Korea

Survey time period

2022

Supplementary notes

*Strategic rocket forces are mainly armed with ballistic missiles. 

Figures have been rounded.

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