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Ban Botèn, Laos

Loungnamtha · 🇱🇦 Laos

Ban Botèn is a small town in Loungnamtha, Laos with a population of 3,000. Elevation: 2,782 ft (848 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
3,000 Population
2,782 ft Elevation 848 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
66.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vientiane Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.0%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population3,000
Median Age24.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,067
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity8.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.4%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain66.9 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation2,782 ft (848 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population3,000
Elevation2,782 ft (848 m)
Coordinates21.1764°, 101.6656°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceLoungnamtha
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation66.9 inches (1,700 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Ban Botèn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Botèn receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Ban Botèn faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ban Botèn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Ban Botèn has a population of 3,000. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.3% male. 10.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,000
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Botèn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Botèn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Botèn is N/A. Per capita income is $2,067 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 21.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ban Botèn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living21.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ban Botèn, 8.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 28.5% have high blood pressure. 20.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 84.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ban Botèn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.0%
75% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.4%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Ban Botèn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,782 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.9 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation2,782 ft (848 m)
Coordinates21.1764°N, 101.6656°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
June 75°F (24°C) 9.2 in Warmest
July 75°F (24°C) 13.5 in
August 74°F (24°C) 14.4 in Wettest
September 74°F (23°C) 8.9 in
October 71°F (21°C) 4.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in Coldest

Ban Botèn has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 61°F in December to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 66.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.4") and January the driest (0.3").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 63.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ban Botèn

What is the population of Ban Botèn?

Ban Botèn has a population of 3,000 residents and is located in Laos.. The median age of residents is 24.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.3% male.

Is Ban Botèn expensive to live in?

Ban Botèn is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 21.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ban Botèn?

Ban Botèn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Ban Botèn?

The job market in Ban Botèn is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ban Botèn?

10.0% of adults in Ban Botèn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ban Botèn?

The obesity rate in Ban Botèn is 8.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.4% of adults are smokers. 84.4% are physically inactive. 7.4% of residents report depression.

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