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Ban Mae Waen, Thailand

Chiang Mai · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Ban Mae Waen is a small city in Chiang Mai, Thailand with a population of 5,517. Elevation: 1,411 ft (430 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,517 Population
1,411 ft Elevation 430 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
45.8 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

Population5,517
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population5,517
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Coordinates19.3141°, 99.1884°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceChiang Mai
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,162 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Ban Mae Waen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Mae Waen receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ban Mae Waen 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 Mae Waen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Ban Mae Waen has a population of 5,517. 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

5,517
Total Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Mae Waen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Mae Waen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Mae Waen 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 Mae Waen 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 Mae Waen, 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 Mae Waen 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 Mae Waen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. 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 1,411 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Coordinates19.3141°N, 99.1884°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 66°F (19°C)
0.1"
Feb 71°F (21°C)
0.3"
Mar 76°F (25°C)
1.0"
Apr 81°F (27°C)
2.4"
May 79°F (26°C)
6.8"
Jun 78°F (26°C)
5.1"
Jul 78°F (25°C)
7.3"
Aug 77°F (25°C)
9.1"
Sep 77°F (25°C)
7.5"
Oct 75°F (24°C)
4.1"
Nov 71°F (22°C)
1.6"
Dec 66°F (19°C)
0.5"

The warmest month is April at 81°F, while the coldest is December at 66°F — a seasonal swing of 14°F. August sees the most rain (9.1"), while January is the driest (0.1").

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

Nearby Cities

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