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Changsu, South Korea

Jeollabuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Changsu is a small city in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea with a population of 26,463. Elevation: 1,348 ft (411 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
26,463 Population 128/sq mi density
1,348 ft Elevation 411 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
56.0 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

Population26,463
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density128/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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population26,463
Population Density128 / sq mi
Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Coordinates35.6484°, 127.5152°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollabuk-do
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation56.0 inches (1,423 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Changsu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Changsu 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. Changsu 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

Changsu experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Changsu has a population of 26,463 with a density of 128 people per square mile, spread across 206.0 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

26,463
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
206.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Changsu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Changsu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Changsu is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Changsu 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 Changsu, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Changsu 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

Changsu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,348 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.0 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area206.0 sq mi (533.6 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates35.6484°N, 127.5152°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
July 72°F (22°C) 12.8 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 10.5 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 6.0 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.2 in Driest

Changsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 26°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.8") and December the driest (1.2").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density128/sq mi
Total Area206.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Changsu

What is the population of Changsu?

Changsu has a population of 26,463 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 128 people per square mile, spread across 206.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Changsu expensive to live in?

Changsu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Changsu?

Changsu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Changsu?

The job market in Changsu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Changsu?

44.6% of adults in Changsu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Changsu?

The obesity rate in Changsu is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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