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Beolgyo, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Beolgyo is a small city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 19,842. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
19,842 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
55.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population19,842
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population19,842
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates34.8490°, 127.3405°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation55.7 inches (1,415 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Beolgyo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beolgyo receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Beolgyo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Beolgyo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Beolgyo has a population of 19,842. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,842
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Beolgyo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Beolgyo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beolgyo is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Beolgyo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Beolgyo, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Beolgyo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates34.8490°N, 127.3405°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
March 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in
July 76°F (24°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 10.2 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 5.9 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in Driest

Beolgyo has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 33°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and December the driest (1.0").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Beolgyo

What is the population of Beolgyo?

Beolgyo has a population of 19,842 residents and is located in South Korea.. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Beolgyo expensive to live in?

Beolgyo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Beolgyo?

Beolgyo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.7 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Beolgyo?

The job market in Beolgyo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Beolgyo?

44.6% of adults in Beolgyo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Beolgyo?

The obesity rate in Beolgyo is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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