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Ban Siphôm, Laos

Xiagnabouli · 🇱🇦 Laos

Ban Siphôm is a small city in Xiagnabouli, Laos with a population of 12,479. Elevation: 1,850 ft (564 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
12,479 Population
1,850 ft Elevation 564 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
51.9 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

Population12,479
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population12,479
Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Coordinates19.5627°, 100.7742°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceXiagnabouli
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation51.9 inches (1,317 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Ban Siphôm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ban Siphôm receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Ban Siphôm 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 Siphôm has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Ban Siphôm has a population of 12,479. 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

12,479
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ban Siphôm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ban Siphôm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ban Siphôm 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 Siphôm 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 Siphôm, 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 Siphôm 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 Siphôm has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 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 1,850 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Coordinates19.5627°N, 100.7742°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 71°F (21°C) 0.5 in
March 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in Warmest
May 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 9.7 in
August 78°F (25°C) 11.5 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 8.0 in
October 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Ban Siphôm has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 67°F in December to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.5") and January 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 Siphôm

What is the population of Ban Siphôm?

Ban Siphôm has a population of 12,479 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 Siphôm expensive to live in?

Ban Siphôm 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 Siphôm?

Ban Siphôm has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Ban Siphôm?

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

How are the schools in Ban Siphôm?

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

How healthy is Ban Siphôm?

The obesity rate in Ban Siphôm 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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