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Boshan, China

Shandong · 🇨🇳 China

Boshan is a large city in Shandong, China with a population of 153,596. Elevation: 1,207 ft (368 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
153,596 Population
1,207 ft Elevation 368 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.7 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

Population153,596
Median Age39.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population153,596
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Coordinates36.4833°, 117.8333°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceShandong
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (729 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.0 inches (3 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Boshan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boshan 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. Boshan 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

Boshan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Boshan has a population of 153,596. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

153,596
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Boshan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Boshan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boshan is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Boshan 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 Boshan, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Boshan 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

Boshan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 284 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,207 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Coordinates36.4833°N, 117.8333°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 0.4 in
March 42°F (5°C) 0.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
June 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 9.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 6.2 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
November 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 0.3 in

Boshan has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (0.3").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Boshan

What is the population of Boshan?

Boshan has a population of 153,596 residents and is located in China.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Boshan expensive to live in?

Boshan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Boshan?

Boshan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches, with 1.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Boshan?

Boshan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Boshan?

34.6% of adults in Boshan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Boshan?

The obesity rate in Boshan is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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