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Don Sak, Thailand

Surat Thani · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Don Sak is a small city in Surat Thani, Thailand with a population of 12,422. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,422 Population
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
67.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population12,422
Median Age40.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,195
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.1%
Depression4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population12,422
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates9.3168°, 99.6918°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceSurat Thani
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation67.1 inches (1,703 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Don Sak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Don Sak receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Don Sak has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Don Sak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Don Sak has a population of 12,422. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,422
Total Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Don Sak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Don Sak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Don Sak is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Don Sak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Don Sak, 15.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% are current smokers. 4.8% report depression. 77.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Don Sak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.6%
Physical Inactivity77.5%
Depression4.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Don Sak has an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.1 inches. The area enjoys 220 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.8°F
51% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.1 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates9.3168°N, 99.6918°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). 89.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Ko Samui 50,000 pop · 22.5 mi Surat Thani 132,040 pop · 27.3 mi Chaiya 12,223 pop · 34.0 mi Tha Kham 25,810 pop · 34.4 mi Ko Pha Ngan 11,846 pop · 38.2 mi Ban Na San 21,900 pop · 42.1 mi Wiang Sa 11,933 pop · 52.0 mi Tha Khanon 7,300 pop · 54.2 mi Koh Tao 1,382 pop · 54.9 mi Lang Suan 16,142 pop · 60.3 mi Chawang 10,923 pop · 62.9 mi Nakhon Si Thammarat 102,152 pop · 63.9 mi Tham Phannara 7,119 pop · 65.2 mi Ban Nam Yuen 12,335 pop · 68.3 mi
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