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Gaosheng, China

Chongqing · 🇨🇳 China

Gaosheng is a small city in Chongqing, China with a population of 13,995. Elevation: 1,270 ft (387 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
13,995 Population
1,270 ft Elevation 387 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
42.2 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

Population13,995
Median Age39.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population13,995
Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Coordinates29.7178°, 105.5783°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceChongqing
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,071 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Gaosheng a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gaosheng 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. Gaosheng 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

Gaosheng enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Gaosheng has a population of 13,995. 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

13,995
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gaosheng vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gaosheng vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gaosheng 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: Gaosheng 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 Gaosheng, 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: Gaosheng 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

Gaosheng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. 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 1,270 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Coordinates29.7178°N, 105.5783°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in
March 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
May 71°F (21°C) 4.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
November 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
December 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in

Gaosheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 44°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and January the driest (0.6").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gaosheng

What is the population of Gaosheng?

Gaosheng has a population of 13,995 residents and is located in China.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Gaosheng expensive to live in?

Gaosheng 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 Gaosheng?

Gaosheng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Gaosheng?

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

How are the schools in Gaosheng?

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

How healthy is Gaosheng?

The obesity rate in Gaosheng 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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