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Dongguan, China

Guangdong · 🇨🇳 China

Dongguan is a major city in Guangdong, China with a population of 9,644,871. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
9,644,871 Population 10,154/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
92.4 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

Population9,644,871
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density10,154/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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain92.4 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population9,644,871
Population Density10,154 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates23.0180°, 113.7487°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGuangdong
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation92.4 inches (2,346 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Dongguan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dongguan 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. Dongguan 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

Dongguan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 92.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Dongguan has a population of 9,644,871 with a density of 10,154 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,644,871
Total Population
10,154
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
949.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dongguan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dongguan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dongguan 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: Dongguan 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 Dongguan, 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: Dongguan 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

Dongguan has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 92.4 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall92.4 inches
143% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area949.8 sq mi (2,460.1 km²)
Population Density10,154/sq mi
Coordinates23.0180°N, 113.7487°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 Density10,154/sq mi
Total Area949.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Shijie 246,960 pop · 6.0 mi Shilong 109,733 pop · 9.1 mi Humen 191,891 pop · 14.6 mi Bitou 5,721 pop · 16.6 mi Shapu 3,321 pop · 17.1 mi Jiangbian 2,943 pop · 17.2 mi Songgang 24,201 pop · 17.6 mi Maozhou 74,910 pop · 18.0 mi Gongheyong 204,881 pop · 18.1 mi Lougang 5,000 pop · 18.3 mi Defengwei 4,074 pop · 19.0 mi Tantou 320,304 pop · 19.2 mi Benggang 10,928 pop · 19.3 mi Shajing 127,089 pop · 19.3 mi
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