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Benxi, China

Liaoning · 🇨🇳 China

Benxi is a major city in Liaoning, China with a population of 987,717. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
987,717 Population 304/sq mi density
696 ft Elevation 212 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population987,717
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density304/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population987,717
Population Density304 / sq mi
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates41.2886°, 123.7650°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceLiaoning
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.7 inches (4 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Benxi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benxi 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. Benxi 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

Benxi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Benxi has a population of 987,717 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

987,717
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3,248.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Benxi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Benxi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benxi 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: Benxi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Benxi, 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: Benxi vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Benxi has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 279 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area3,248.6 sq mi (8,414.0 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates41.2886°N, 123.7650°W
TimezoneAsia/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 Density304/sq mi
Total Area3,248.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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