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Gangneung, South Korea

Gangwon-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Gangneung is a large city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 208,161. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
208,161 Population 518/sq mi density
253 ft Elevation 77 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.6 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

Population208,161
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density518/mi²
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population208,161
Population Density518 / sq mi
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates37.7527°, 128.8724°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGangwon-do
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation52.6 inches (1,337 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Gangneung a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gangneung 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gangneung 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

Gangneung experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gangneung has a population of 208,161 with a density of 518 people per square mile, spread across 401.6 square miles. 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

208,161
Total Population
518
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
401.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gangneung vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gangneung vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gangneung 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: Gangneung 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 Gangneung, 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: Gangneung 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

Gangneung experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. 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 253 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area401.6 sq mi (1,040.0 km²)
Population Density518/sq mi
Coordinates37.7527°N, 128.8724°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.2 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
June 67°F (20°C) 4.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.8 in Warmest, Wettest
September 67°F (19°C) 7.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in Driest

Gangneung has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 31°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (1.6").

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

Population Density518/sq mi
Total Area401.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gangneung

What is the population of Gangneung?

Gangneung has a population of 208,161 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 518 people per square mile, spread across 401.6 square miles. 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 Gangneung expensive to live in?

Gangneung 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 Gangneung?

Gangneung has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Gangneung?

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

How are the schools in Gangneung?

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

How healthy is Gangneung?

The obesity rate in Gangneung 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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