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Changnyeong, South Korea

Gyeongsangnam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Changnyeong is a mid-size city in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea with a population of 74,668. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
74,668 Population 363/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
47.6 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

Population74,668
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density363/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population74,668
Population Density363 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates35.5415°, 128.4951°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangnam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,209 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Changnyeong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Changnyeong 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. Changnyeong 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

Changnyeong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Changnyeong has a population of 74,668 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

74,668
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
205.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Changnyeong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Changnyeong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Changnyeong is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Changnyeong 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 Changnyeong, 7.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 94.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Changnyeong 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

Changnyeong has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 250 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area205.8 sq mi (533.1 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates35.5415°N, 128.4951°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 97.4% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density363/sq mi
Total Area205.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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