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Ban Houakhoua, Laos

Bokeo · 🇱🇦 Laos

Ban Houakhoua is a small city in Bokeo, Laos with a population of 15,500. Elevation: 1,184 ft (361 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
15,500 Population
1,184 ft Elevation 361 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
68.9 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

Population15,500
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain68.9 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population15,500
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Coordinates20.2467°, 100.4540°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceBokeo
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation68.9 inches (1,751 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Ban Houakhoua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Houakhoua receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Ban Houakhoua 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 Houakhoua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Ban Houakhoua has a population of 15,500. 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

15,500
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Houakhoua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Houakhoua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Houakhoua 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 Houakhoua 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 Houakhoua, 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 Houakhoua 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 Houakhoua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.9 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 1,184 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.9 inches
81% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Coordinates20.2467°N, 100.4540°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
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

Nearby Cities

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