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Dodong-ri, South Korea

Gyeongsangbuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Dodong-ri is a small city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 9,169. Elevation: 2,034 ft (620 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
9,169 Population
2,034 ft Elevation 620 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
50.8 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

Population9,169
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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population9,169
Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Coordinates37.4951°, 130.9043°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangbuk-do
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.8 inches (1,289 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Dodong-ri a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dodong-ri 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. Dodong-ri 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

Dodong-ri experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dodong-ri has a population of 9,169. 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

9,169
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dodong-ri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dodong-ri vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dodong-ri 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: Dodong-ri 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 Dodong-ri, 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: Dodong-ri 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

Dodong-ri experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.7 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 2,034 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Coordinates37.4951°N, 130.9043°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 3.3 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in Driest
April 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in
July 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
August 73°F (23°C) 6.2 in Warmest, Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in

Dodong-ri has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 32°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.2") and March the driest (2.9").

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 Dodong-ri

What is the population of Dodong-ri?

Dodong-ri has a population of 9,169 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 Dodong-ri expensive to live in?

Dodong-ri 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 Dodong-ri?

Dodong-ri has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Dodong-ri?

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

How are the schools in Dodong-ri?

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

How healthy is Dodong-ri?

The obesity rate in Dodong-ri 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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