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Chishang, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Chishang is a small city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 7,978. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
7,978 Population
896 ft Elevation 273 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
89.6 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

Population7,978
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 Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain89.6 in/yr
Sunny Days182/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,978
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates23.1250°, 121.2167°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaiwan
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation89.6 inches (2,275 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Chishang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chishang 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. Chishang 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

Chishang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 182 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 89.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chishang has a population of 7,978. 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

7,978
Total Population
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Chishang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chishang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chishang 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: Chishang 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 Chishang, 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: Chishang 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

Chishang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 182 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.6 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 896 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days182 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall89.6 inches
136% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates23.1250°N, 121.2167°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in
April 71°F (22°C) 4.0 in
May 74°F (24°C) 9.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 9.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 14.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 14.1 in
September 76°F (25°C) 14.2 in
October 73°F (23°C) 9.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in

Chishang has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 62°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 89.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.5") and January the driest (2.3").

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 Chishang

What is the population of Chishang?

Chishang has a population of 7,978 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 Chishang expensive to live in?

Chishang 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 Chishang?

Chishang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 89.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Chishang?

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

How are the schools in Chishang?

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

How healthy is Chishang?

The obesity rate in Chishang 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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