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Ban Khangviang, Laos

Xiangkhoang · 🇱🇦 Laos

Ban Khangviang is a small town in Xiangkhoang, Laos with a population of 1,552. Elevation: 3,776 ft (1,151 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,552 Population
3,776 ft Elevation 1,151 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
62.2 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

Population1,552
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain62.2 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation3,776 ft (1,151 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population1,552
Elevation3,776 ft (1,151 m)
Coordinates19.5857°, 103.3013°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceXiangkhoang
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation62.2 inches (1,579 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Ban Khangviang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Khangviang receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Ban Khangviang 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 Khangviang enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Ban Khangviang has a population of 1,552. 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

1,552
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Khangviang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Khangviang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Khangviang 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 Khangviang 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 Khangviang, 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 Khangviang 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 Khangviang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.2 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 3,776 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.2 inches
64% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation3,776 ft (1,151 m)
Coordinates19.5857°N, 103.3013°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
April 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
May 73°F (23°C) 7.9 in
June 74°F (23°C) 8.8 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 12.3 in
August 73°F (23°C) 15.8 in Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 7.5 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest

Ban Khangviang has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 60°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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 Khangviang

What is the population of Ban Khangviang?

Ban Khangviang has a population of 1,552 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 Khangviang expensive to live in?

Ban Khangviang 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 Khangviang?

Ban Khangviang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Ban Khangviang?

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

How are the schools in Ban Khangviang?

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

How healthy is Ban Khangviang?

The obesity rate in Ban Khangviang 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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