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Ban Nambak, Laos

Luang Prabang Province · 🇱🇦 Laos

Ban Nambak is a small city in Luang Prabang Province, Laos with a population of 27,814. Elevation: 1,161 ft (354 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
27,814 Population
1,161 ft Elevation 354 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
64.1 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

Population27,814
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)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population27,814
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Coordinates20.6267°, 102.4526°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceLuang Prabang Province
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation64.1 inches (1,627 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Ban Nambak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Nambak receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Ban Nambak 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 Nambak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Ban Nambak has a population of 27,814. 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

27,814
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Nambak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Nambak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Nambak 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 Nambak 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 Nambak, 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 Nambak 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 Nambak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 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 1,161 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Coordinates20.6267°N, 102.4526°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 67°F (20°C) 1.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
April 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
May 80°F (26°C) 7.2 in
June 80°F (27°C) 9.7 in Warmest
July 79°F (26°C) 14.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 15.2 in Wettest
September 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in

Ban Nambak has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 64°F in January to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.2") and January the driest (0.3").

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 Nambak

What is the population of Ban Nambak?

Ban Nambak has a population of 27,814 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 Nambak expensive to live in?

Ban Nambak 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 Nambak?

Ban Nambak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Ban Nambak?

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

How are the schools in Ban Nambak?

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

How healthy is Ban Nambak?

The obesity rate in Ban Nambak 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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