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Cheorwon, South Korea

Gangwon-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Cheorwon is a mid-size city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 40,646. Elevation: 636 ft (194 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
40,646 Population
636 ft Elevation 194 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
48.7 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

Population40,646
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation636 ft (194 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population40,646
Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Coordinates38.2092°, 127.2175°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGangwon-do
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation48.7 inches (1,237 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Cheorwon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cheorwon 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. Cheorwon 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

Cheorwon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cheorwon has a population of 40,646. 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

40,646
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cheorwon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cheorwon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cheorwon 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: Cheorwon 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 Cheorwon, 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: Cheorwon 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

Cheorwon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 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 636 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Coordinates38.2092°N, 127.2175°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 67°F (20°C) 4.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 13.1 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 11.3 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in

Cheorwon has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 21°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.1") and January the driest (0.7").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cheorwon

What is the population of Cheorwon?

Cheorwon has a population of 40,646 residents and is located in South Korea.. 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 Cheorwon expensive to live in?

Cheorwon 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 Cheorwon?

Cheorwon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Cheorwon?

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

How are the schools in Cheorwon?

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

How healthy is Cheorwon?

The obesity rate in Cheorwon 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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