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Bulim, Singapore

Singapore

Bulim is a small city in Singapore with a population of 8,280. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
8,280 Population 14/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
125.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Singapore Timezone
$65,200 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,200 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$1,800/mo rent
A
Safety
4.4 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,200
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,800
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 13.9%
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

People

Population8,280
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,200
Per Capita$85,412
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,800
Ownership89.3%

Crime

A
Violent0/100K
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity13.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.1%
Depression9.6%
Heart Disease10.3%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI5 (Good)
Rain125.8 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.3%
Population8,280
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates1.3744°, 103.7178°
TimezoneAsia/Singapore
Country🇸🇬 Singapore
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation125.8 inches (3,195 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$65,200
Median Age42.2 years

Is Bulim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bulim receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Bulim offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bulim is $65,200, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Safety & Crime

Bulim is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bulim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 125.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 5.

Bulim has a population of 8,280 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 610.3 square miles. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. 22.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,280
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
610.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bulim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bulim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bulim is $65,200, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $85,412 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bulim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,200
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$85,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,800 (55% above the national average of $1,163). 89.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,800
55% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.3%
Owner-Occupied89.3%
Renter-Occupied10.7%

Property Tax

In Bulim, 13.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 10.3% of residents, above the national average. 31.5% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 2.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 9.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 8.1% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity13.9%
57% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease10.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression9.6%
Mental Distress8.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Premature Death103/100K

Food & Exercise

Bulim has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Overall, Bulim receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Bulim vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.1/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.4 / 5.0
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Bulim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 125.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 5 / among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area610.3 sq mi (1,580.8 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates1.3744°N, 103.7178°W
TimezoneAsia/Singapore

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 125.8"
231% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 11.69"
Driest Month (Jul) 5.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median5.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.0%

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on May 25, 2008.

May 25, 2008 68 km SSW of Batu Pahat, Malaysia M3.8 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Vamei (2001, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2001 Vamei Category 1 77 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 7.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in
July 80°F (26°C) 5.8 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 9.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 11.7 in Wettest

Bulim has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 90.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.7") and July the driest (5.8").

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35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 94.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area610.3 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access94.3%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Bulim

35 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WARNA 942 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
Warna 942 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
YES 933 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
Class 95 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
CLASS 95 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
YES 933 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
LOVE 972 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
Gold 905 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
Love 972 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
Capital 958 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
Kiss92 pop music MP3 96 kbps
Jia 883 Radio — AAC+ 96 kbps
987FM music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
Power 98 Love Songs — MP3 96 kbps
CAPITAL 958 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
OLI 968 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
Oli 96.8 FM — AAC+ 48 kbps
GOLD 905 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
Ria 897 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
RIA 897 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
Symphony 924 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
Channel News Asia TV — UNKNOWN
One FM 91.3 — AAC+ 64 kbps
938 Now Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
SkyChatzFM (MY) mixed MP3 64 kbps
Warna — AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Hidayah 103.4 FM (ID) islam, salafy MP3 96 kbps
CNA938 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
987 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
ONE FM 91.3 SPH AAC — AAC+ 64 kbps
Symphony 924 melisten AAC+ 64 kbps
indiego melisten MP3
Oli 968 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps
Hang 106 FM (ID) — MP3 64 kbps
Mediacorp 987 Radio — AAC+ 48 kbps

Airports Near Bulim

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hang Nadim International AirportBTHLarge Airport
Senai International AirportJHBLarge Airport
Singapore Changi AirportSINLarge Airport
Changi Air Base (East)—Medium Airport
Kluang Airport—Medium Airport
Paya Lebar Air BaseQPGMedium Airport
Seletar AirportXSPMedium Airport
Sembawang Air Base—Medium Airport
Tengah Air BaseTGAMedium Airport
Batu Pahat Airstrip—Small Airport
Felda Lok Heng Airport—Small Airport
Lim Chu Kang Road (Tengah Highway Strip)—Small Airport
Murai Airfield—Small Airport
Pulau Sudong Military Airstrip—Small Airport
Raja Haji Abdullah AirportTJBSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bulim

What is the population of Bulim?

Bulim has a population of 8,280 residents and is located in Singapore. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 610.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Bulim expensive to live in?

Bulim is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,200, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, above the national average of $1,163.

Is Bulim safe?

Bulim is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Bulim receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bulim?

Bulim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 125.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 5.

How is the job market in Bulim?

The job market in Bulim is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bulim?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,800. The homeownership rate is 89.3%.

How are the schools in Bulim?

35.0% of adults in Bulim hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bulim?

The obesity rate in Bulim is 13.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 9.6% of residents report depression.

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