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Falam, Myanmar

Chin State · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Falam is a small city in Chin State, Myanmar with a population of 5,404. Elevation: 5,180 ft (1,579 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,404 Population
5,180 ft Elevation 1,579 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
70.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population5,404
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain70.1 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population5,404
Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Coordinates22.9134°, 93.6778°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceChin State
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation70.1 inches (1,781 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Falam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Falam receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Falam has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Falam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Falam has a population of 5,404. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,404
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Falam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Falam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Falam is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Falam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Falam, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Falam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,180 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.1 inches
85% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Coordinates22.9134°N, 93.6778°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 62°F (16°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 6.2 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 13.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 11.4 in
August 72°F (22°C) 13.5 in Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 11.1 in
October 69°F (21°C) 8.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in

Falam has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 58°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.2").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Falam

What is the population of Falam?

Falam has a population of 5,404 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Falam expensive to live in?

Falam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Falam?

Falam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Falam?

Falam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Falam?

20.4% of adults in Falam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Falam?

The obesity rate in Falam is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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