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Ban Laongam, Laos

Salavan Province · 🇱🇦 Laos

Ban Laongam is a small city in Salavan Province, Laos with a population of 21,304. Elevation: 1,795 ft (547 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
21,304 Population
1,795 ft Elevation 547 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
84.0 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

Population21,304
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain84.0 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation1,795 ft (547 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population21,304
Elevation1,795 ft (547 m)
Coordinates15.4655°, 106.1668°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceSalavan Province
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation84.0 inches (2,134 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Ban Laongam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Laongam receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Ban Laongam 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 Laongam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 197 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 84.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Ban Laongam has a population of 21,304. 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

21,304
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Laongam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Laongam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Laongam 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 Laongam 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 Laongam, 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 Laongam 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 Laongam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 84.0 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 1,795 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.0 inches
121% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation1,795 ft (547 m)
Coordinates15.4655°N, 106.1668°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

Ban Thatèng 1,500 pop · 14.6 mi Pakxong 5,000 pop · 20.1 mi Ban Bachiang 12,116 pop · 21.5 mi Salavan 5,521 pop · 24.1 mi Pakse 88,332 pop · 34.2 mi Lamam 4,463 pop · 35.3 mi Sekong 35,000 pop · 38.0 mi Champasak 12,994 pop · 44.1 mi Attapeu 4,297 pop · 63.4 mi Phibun Mangsahan 19,883 pop · 64.3 mi Sawang Wirawong 7,773 pop · 73.3 mi Ban Achung 2,044 pop · 74.3 mi Achiang (1) 1,964 pop · 75.3 mi Det Udom 35,669 pop · 82.2 mi
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