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Changhua, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Changhua is a large city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 226,564. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
226,564 Population
92 ft Elevation 28 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
DensityN/A
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
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population226,564
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates24.0692°, 120.5512°
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 Changhua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Changhua 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. Changhua 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

Changhua 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.

Changhua has a population of 226,564. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

226,564
Total Population
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Changhua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Changhua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Changhua is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Changhua 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 Changhua, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Changhua 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

Changhua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). 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 (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

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

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates24.0692°N, 120.5512°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 60°F (16°C)
1.5"
Feb 61°F (16°C)
3.1"
Mar 66°F (19°C)
4.9"
Apr 72°F (22°C)
5.5"
May 77°F (25°C)
8.6"
Jun 81°F (27°C)
12.5"
Jul 83°F (28°C)
9.6"
Aug 82°F (28°C)
11.8"
Sep 80°F (27°C)
4.9"
Oct 76°F (24°C)
0.9"
Nov 70°F (21°C)
0.6"
Dec 63°F (17°C)
1.1"

The warmest month is July at 83°F, while the coldest is January at 60°F — a seasonal swing of 22°F. June sees the most rain (12.5"), while November is the driest (0.6").

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. 87.0% 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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Changhua

What is the population of Changhua?

Changhua has a population of 226,564 residents and is located in Taiwan.. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Changhua expensive to live in?

Changhua is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Changhua?

Changhua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Changhua?

The job market in Changhua is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Changhua?

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

How healthy is Changhua?

The obesity rate in Changhua is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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