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Gaigeturi, South Korea

Jeju-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Gaigeturi is a small city in Jeju-do, South Korea with a population of 23,717. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23,717 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
67.9 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

Population23,717
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain67.9 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population23,717
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates33.4644°, 126.3183°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeju-do
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation67.9 inches (1,725 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Gaigeturi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gaigeturi 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, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Gaigeturi 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

Gaigeturi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gaigeturi has a population of 23,717. 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

23,717
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gaigeturi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gaigeturi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gaigeturi 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: Gaigeturi 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 Gaigeturi, 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: Gaigeturi 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

Gaigeturi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.9 inches
79% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates33.4644°N, 126.3183°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
March 47°F (9°C) 4.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 6.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 7.2 in
June 69°F (21°C) 10.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 6.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in Driest

Gaigeturi has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.9") and December the driest (2.0").

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 Gaigeturi

What is the population of Gaigeturi?

Gaigeturi has a population of 23,717 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 Gaigeturi expensive to live in?

Gaigeturi 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 Gaigeturi?

Gaigeturi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Gaigeturi?

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

How are the schools in Gaigeturi?

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

How healthy is Gaigeturi?

The obesity rate in Gaigeturi 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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