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Bawhan, Myanmar

Shan State · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Bawhan is a small city in Shan State, Myanmar with a population of 7,302. Elevation: 4,498 ft (1,371 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,302 Population
4,498 ft Elevation 1,371 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
50.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population7,302
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation4,498 ft (1,371 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population7,302
Elevation4,498 ft (1,371 m)
Coordinates19.8677°, 96.8319°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceShan State
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,274 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Bawhan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bawhan receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Bawhan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bawhan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bawhan has a population of 7,302. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,302
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bawhan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bawhan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bawhan is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bawhan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bawhan, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bawhan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Bawhan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,498 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation4,498 ft (1,371 m)
Coordinates19.8677°N, 96.8319°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in Warmest
May 74°F (23°C) 6.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in
July 71°F (22°C) 7.2 in
August 71°F (22°C) 8.7 in Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 8.5 in
October 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in
November 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in

Bawhan has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 60°F in January to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (0.2").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bawhan

What is the population of Bawhan?

Bawhan has a population of 7,302 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Bawhan expensive to live in?

Bawhan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bawhan?

Bawhan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Bawhan?

Bawhan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bawhan?

20.4% of adults in Bawhan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bawhan?

The obesity rate in Bawhan is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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