Bachelor's+ 34.6%

3% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 8.3%

74% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.6%

28% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

People

Population18,960,744

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density2,992/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$12,951

Unemployment4.6%

Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking21.9%

Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)

AQI192 (Unhealthy)

Rain25.2 in/yr

Sunny Days306/yr

Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.6%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband90.6%

Population	18,960,744
Population Density	2,992 / sq mi
Elevation	161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates	39.9075°, 116.3972°
Timezone	Asia/Shanghai
Country	🇨🇳 China
State / Province	Beijing
Average Temperature	56°F (14°C)
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation	25.2 inches (640 mm)
Annual Snowfall	5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Age	39.0 years

Is Beijing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beijing receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Beijing offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Beijing enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Beijing has a population of 18,960,744 with a density of 2,992 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,960,744

Total Population

2,992

People / sq mi

39.0yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

6,336.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%

Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Beijing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Beijing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beijing is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Beijing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.6%
	28% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Beijing, 8.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% are current smokers. 8.5% report depression. 84.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	8.3%
	74% below US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
High Blood Pressure	27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.9%
	56% above US avg
Binge Drinking	4.5%
Physical Inactivity	84.3%
Depression	8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.0%

Food & Exercise

Beijing has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	56.4°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.2 inches
	34% below US avg
Snowfall	5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	192.0
Rating	Unhealthy
Good Days %	3.9%

Geography

Elevation	161 ft (49 m)
Area	6,336.1 sq mi (16,410.6 km²)
Population Density	2,992/sq mi
Coordinates	39.9075°N, 116.3972°W
Timezone	Asia/Shanghai

34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	34.6%
	3% above US avg
High School+	90.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	2,992/sq mi
Total Area	6,336.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Beijing, China

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Beijing a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Beijing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Beijing vs U.S. Average

Income: Beijing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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