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Chongjin, North Korea

North Hamgyong · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Chongjin is a large city in North Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 327,000. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
327,000 Population 3,148/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population327,000
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density3,148/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population327,000
Population Density3,148 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates41.7956°, 129.7758°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceNorth Hamgyong
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (687 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Chongjin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chongjin receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Chongjin faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chongjin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Chongjin has a population of 327,000 with a density of 3,148 people per square mile, spread across 103.9 square miles. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

327,000
Total Population
3,148
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
103.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chongjin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chongjin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chongjin is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Chongjin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Chongjin, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Chongjin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Chongjin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 287 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.1 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area103.9 sq mi (269.0 km²)
Population Density3,148/sq mi
Coordinates41.7956°N, 129.7758°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 25°F (-4°C) 0.5 in
March 34°F (1°C) 0.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in
August 71°F (22°C) 6.2 in Warmest, Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in

Chongjin has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 21°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.4").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,148/sq mi
Total Area103.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Chongjin

What is the population of Chongjin?

Chongjin has a population of 327,000 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 3,148 people per square mile, spread across 103.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Chongjin expensive to live in?

Chongjin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Chongjin?

Chongjin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Chongjin?

Chongjin has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Chongjin?

6.0% of adults in Chongjin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Chongjin?

The obesity rate in Chongjin is 10.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 9.1% of residents report depression.

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