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Buôn Ma Thuột, Vietnam

Dak Lak · 🇻🇳 Vietnam

Buôn Ma Thuột is a large city in Dak Lak, Vietnam with a population of 434,256. Elevation: 1,506 ft (459 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
434,256 Population 2,982/sq mi density
1,506 ft Elevation 459 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
65.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ho Chi Minh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

People

Population434,256
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density2,982/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,323
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.6%

Health

Obesity2.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.2%
Depression3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain65.4 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation1,506 ft (459 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband78.1%
Population434,256
Population Density2,982 / sq mi
Elevation1,506 ft (459 m)
Coordinates12.6675°, 108.0378°
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Country🇻🇳 Vietnam
State / ProvinceDak Lak
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation65.4 inches (1,662 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.5 years

Is Buôn Ma Thuột a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buôn Ma Thuột receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Buôn Ma Thuột 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 1.5%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buôn Ma Thuột has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Buôn Ma Thuột has a population of 434,256 with a density of 2,982 people per square mile, spread across 145.6 square miles. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. 15.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

434,256
Total Population
2,982
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
145.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Buôn Ma Thuột vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buôn Ma Thuột vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buôn Ma Thuột is N/A. Per capita income is $4,323 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Buôn Ma Thuột vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Buôn Ma Thuột, 2.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.7% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.7% report binge drinking. 86.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Buôn Ma Thuột vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.0%
94% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity86.3%
Depression3.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Buôn Ma Thuột has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,506 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.4 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.2%

Geography

Elevation1,506 ft (459 m)
Area145.6 sq mi (377.2 km²)
Population Density2,982/sq mi
Coordinates12.6675°N, 108.0378°W
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in Warmest
May 78°F (26°C) 7.7 in
June 77°F (25°C) 7.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 10.0 in
August 76°F (25°C) 11.0 in
September 76°F (24°C) 11.3 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 8.0 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
December 71°F (21°C) 1.1 in

Buôn Ma Thuột has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 70°F in January to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 65.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and February the driest (0.1").

37.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 78.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,982/sq mi
Total Area145.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Buôn Ma Thuột

What is the population of Buôn Ma Thuột?

Buôn Ma Thuột has a population of 434,256 residents and is located in Vietnam. The population density is 2,982 people per square mile, spread across 145.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Buôn Ma Thuột expensive to live in?

Buôn Ma Thuột is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Buôn Ma Thuột?

Buôn Ma Thuột has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Buôn Ma Thuột?

The job market in Buôn Ma Thuột is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Buôn Ma Thuột?

37.6% of adults in Buôn Ma Thuột hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Buôn Ma Thuột?

The obesity rate in Buôn Ma Thuột is 2.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 86.3% are physically inactive. 3.9% of residents report depression.

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