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Enshi, China

Hubei · 🇨🇳 China

Enshi is a large city in Hubei, China with a population of 279,185. Elevation: 1,480 ft (451 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
279,185 Population 182/sq mi density
1,480 ft Elevation 451 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
57.5 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

Population279,185
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density182/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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation1,480 ft (451 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population279,185
Population Density182 / sq mi
Elevation1,480 ft (451 m)
Coordinates30.3000°, 109.4833°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceHubei
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,460 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Enshi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Enshi 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. Enshi 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

Enshi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Enshi has a population of 279,185 with a density of 182 people per square mile, spread across 1,533.4 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

279,185
Total Population
182
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1,533.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Enshi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Enshi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Enshi is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Enshi 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 Enshi, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Enshi 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

Enshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,480 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation1,480 ft (451 m)
Area1,533.4 sq mi (3,971.6 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates30.3000°N, 109.4833°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 42°F (6°C) 1.3 in
March 49°F (10°C) 2.6 in
April 60°F (16°C) 5.2 in
May 67°F (20°C) 7.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 8.7 in
July 78°F (25°C) 9.1 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 6.6 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 7.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
November 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in

Enshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 39°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (1.0").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density182/sq mi
Total Area1,533.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Enshi

What is the population of Enshi?

Enshi has a population of 279,185 residents and is located in China. The population density is 182 people per square mile, spread across 1,533.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Enshi expensive to live in?

Enshi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Enshi?

Enshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Enshi?

Enshi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Enshi?

34.6% of adults in Enshi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Enshi?

The obesity rate in Enshi is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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