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Boryeong, South Korea

Chungcheongnam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Boryeong is a mid-size city in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea with a population of 94,191. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
94,191 Population
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
48.2 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

Population94,191
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population94,191
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates36.3493°, 126.5977°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceChungcheongnam-do
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation48.2 inches (1,223 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Boryeong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boryeong 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. Boryeong 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

Boryeong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Boryeong has a population of 94,191. 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

94,191
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Boryeong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Boryeong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boryeong 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: Boryeong 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 Boryeong, 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: Boryeong 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

Boryeong experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 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 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates36.3493°N, 126.5977°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
June 69°F (21°C) 5.2 in
July 76°F (24°C) 10.7 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 9.8 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in

Boryeong has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 29°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (1.1").

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 Boryeong

What is the population of Boryeong?

Boryeong has a population of 94,191 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 Boryeong expensive to live in?

Boryeong 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 Boryeong?

Boryeong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Boryeong?

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

How are the schools in Boryeong?

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

How healthy is Boryeong?

The obesity rate in Boryeong 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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