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Ban Hat Lek, Thailand

Trat · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Ban Hat Lek is a small city in Trat, Thailand with a population of 5,530. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,530 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
161.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population5,530
Median Age40.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,195
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.1%
Depression4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain161.5 in/yr
Sunny Days175/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population5,530
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates11.6557°, 102.9070°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceTrat
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation161.5 inches (4,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Ban Hat Lek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Hat Lek receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Ban Hat Lek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ban Hat Lek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 175 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 161.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Ban Hat Lek has a population of 5,530. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,530
Total Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Hat Lek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Hat Lek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Hat Lek is N/A. Per capita income is $7,195 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ban Hat Lek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ban Hat Lek, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.2% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 7.6% report binge drinking. 77.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.6%
Physical Inactivity77.5%
Depression4.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Ban Hat Lek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 175 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 161.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days175 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall161.5 inches
325% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates11.6557°N, 102.9070°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
March 83°F (28°C) 2.8 in
April 85°F (29°C) 4.5 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 14.7 in
June 82°F (28°C) 30.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 34.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 34.5 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 22.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in

Ban Hat Lek has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 79°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 161.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (34.5") and January the driest (0.6").

22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ban Hat Lek

What is the population of Ban Hat Lek?

Ban Hat Lek has a population of 5,530 residents and is located in Thailand.. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Ban Hat Lek expensive to live in?

Ban Hat Lek is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ban Hat Lek?

Ban Hat Lek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 175 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 161.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Ban Hat Lek?

The job market in Ban Hat Lek is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ban Hat Lek?

22.1% of adults in Ban Hat Lek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ban Hat Lek?

The obesity rate in Ban Hat Lek is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 77.5% are physically inactive. 4.8% of residents report depression.

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