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Bucheon-si, South Korea

Gyeonggi-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Bucheon-si is a major city in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea with a population of 850,731. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
850,731 Population 41,238/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
49.6 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

Population850,731
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density41,238/mi²
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)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population850,731
Population Density41,238 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates37.4989°, 126.7831°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeonggi-do
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,259 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Bucheon-si a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bucheon-si 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. Bucheon-si 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

Bucheon-si experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bucheon-si has a population of 850,731 with a density of 41,238 people per square mile, spread across 20.6 square miles. 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

850,731
Total Population
41,238
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
20.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bucheon-si vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bucheon-si vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bucheon-si 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: Bucheon-si 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 Bucheon-si, 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: Bucheon-si 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

Bucheon-si 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 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 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 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area20.6 sq mi (53.4 km²)
Population Density41,238/sq mi
Coordinates37.4989°N, 126.7831°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 11.3 in Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 10.8 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 5.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Driest

Bucheon-si has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 26°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.3") 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

Population Density41,238/sq mi
Total Area20.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bucheon-si

What is the population of Bucheon-si?

Bucheon-si has a population of 850,731 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 41,238 people per square mile, spread across 20.6 square miles. 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 Bucheon-si expensive to live in?

Bucheon-si 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 Bucheon-si?

Bucheon-si 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 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Bucheon-si?

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

How are the schools in Bucheon-si?

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

How healthy is Bucheon-si?

The obesity rate in Bucheon-si 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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