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Gijang, South Korea

Busan · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Gijang is a large city in Busan, South Korea with a population of 176,388. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
176,388 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
53.7 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

Population176,388
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population176,388
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates35.2442°, 129.2139°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceBusan
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,364 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Gijang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gijang 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. Gijang 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

Gijang enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gijang has a population of 176,388. 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

176,388
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gijang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gijang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gijang 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: Gijang 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 Gijang, 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: Gijang 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

Gijang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 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 69 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates35.2442°N, 129.2139°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 38°F (4°C) 1.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 7.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 6.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
December 40°F (5°C) 1.0 in Driest

Gijang has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 36°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (1.0").

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 Gijang

What is the population of Gijang?

Gijang has a population of 176,388 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 Gijang expensive to live in?

Gijang 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 Gijang?

Gijang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Gijang?

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

How are the schools in Gijang?

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

How healthy is Gijang?

The obesity rate in Gijang 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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