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Dalian, China

Liaoning · 🇨🇳 China

Dalian is a major city in Liaoning, China with a population of 4,913,879. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,913,879 Population 934/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
24.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population4,913,879
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density934/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population4,913,879
Population Density934 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates38.9122°, 121.6022°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceLiaoning
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation24.9 inches (631 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.2 inches (18 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Dalian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dalian receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Dalian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dalian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Dalian has a population of 4,913,879 with a density of 934 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,913,879
Total Population
934
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
5,262.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dalian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalian is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dalian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dalian, 8.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% are current smokers. 8.5% report depression. 84.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Dalian has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.9 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area5,262.7 sq mi (13,630.5 km²)
Population Density934/sq mi
Coordinates38.9122°N, 121.6022°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density934/sq mi
Total Area5,262.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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