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Chang-hua, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Chang-hua is a large city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 226,564. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
226,564 Population 8,934/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
65.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population226,564
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density8,934/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain65.1 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population226,564
Population Density8,934 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates24.0733°, 120.5628°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaiwan
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation65.1 inches (1,654 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Chang-hua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chang-hua receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Chang-hua offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Chang-hua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chang-hua has a population of 226,564 with a density of 8,934 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

226,564
Total Population
8,934
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
25.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Chang-hua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chang-hua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chang-hua is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Chang-hua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Chang-hua, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Chang-hua vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Chang-hua has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.1 inches. The area enjoys 218 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.1 inches
71% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area25.4 sq mi (65.7 km²)
Population Density8,934/sq mi
Coordinates24.0733°N, 120.5628°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density8,934/sq mi
Total Area25.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Changhua 226,564 pop · 0.8 mi Zhongliao 9,668 pop · 3.2 mi Yuanlin 124,725 pop · 8.1 mi Wufeng 65,567 pop · 8.6 mi Taichung 2,850,285 pop · 9.2 mi Buzi 40,467 pop · 9.5 mi Xihu 54,033 pop · 9.6 mi Caotun 96,838 pop · 10.3 mi Yongjing 35,365 pop · 10.5 mi Zhongxing New Village 25,549 pop · 11.0 mi Shetou 36,565 pop · 12.2 mi Nantou 105,682 pop · 12.6 mi Tianwei 26,063 pop · 12.7 mi Pitou 29,314 pop · 13.4 mi
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