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Andong, South Korea

Gyeongsangbuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Andong is a large city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 153,348. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
153,348 Population 261/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population153,348
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population153,348
Population Density261 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates36.5664°, 128.7228°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangbuk-do
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Andong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andong receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Andong stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Andong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Andong has a population of 153,348 with a density of 261 people per square mile, spread across 586.5 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

153,348
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
586.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Andong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Andong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andong is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Andong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Andong, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Andong vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Andong experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area586.5 sq mi (1,519.0 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates36.5664°N, 128.7228°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.2 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 8.7 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 5.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.0 in Driest

Andong has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 27°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.2") and December the driest (1.0").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area586.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Andong

What is the population of Andong?

Andong has a population of 153,348 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 261 people per square mile, spread across 586.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Andong expensive to live in?

Andong is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Andong?

Andong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Andong?

The job market in Andong is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Andong?

44.6% of adults in Andong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Andong?

The obesity rate in Andong is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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