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Ban Bouakhai, Laos

Savannakhet Province · 🇱🇦 Laos

Ban Bouakhai is a small town in Savannakhet Province, Laos with a population of 904. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
904 Population
472 ft Elevation 144 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
67.1 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

Population904
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population904
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates16.9227°, 104.7548°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceSavannakhet Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation67.1 inches (1,704 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Ban Bouakhai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Bouakhai receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Ban Bouakhai 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 Bouakhai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Ban Bouakhai has a population of 904. 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

904
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Bouakhai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Bouakhai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Bouakhai 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 Bouakhai 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 Bouakhai, 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 Bouakhai 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 Bouakhai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 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 472 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.1 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates16.9227°N, 104.7548°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
April 85°F (29°C) 3.2 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 8.1 in
June 83°F (28°C) 11.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 12.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 16.6 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest

Ban Bouakhai has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 71°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 67.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Bouakhai

What is the population of Ban Bouakhai?

Ban Bouakhai has a population of 904 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 Bouakhai expensive to live in?

Ban Bouakhai 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 Bouakhai?

Ban Bouakhai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Ban Bouakhai?

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

How are the schools in Ban Bouakhai?

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

How healthy is Ban Bouakhai?

The obesity rate in Ban Bouakhai 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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