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Gumi, South Korea

Gyeongsangbuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Gumi is a large city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 404,691. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
404,691 Population 1,698/sq mi density
207 ft Elevation 63 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
44.4 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

Population404,691
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,698/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation207 ft (63 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population404,691
Population Density1,698 / sq mi
Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Coordinates36.1136°, 128.3360°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangbuk-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,127 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.9 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Gumi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gumi 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. Gumi 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

Gumi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gumi has a population of 404,691 with a density of 1,698 people per square mile, spread across 238.3 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

404,691
Total Population
1,698
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
238.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gumi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gumi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gumi 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: Gumi 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 Gumi, 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: Gumi 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

Gumi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The area receives 2.9 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 207 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area238.3 sq mi (617.3 km²)
Population Density1,698/sq mi
Coordinates36.1136°N, 128.3360°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 5.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 8.6 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 5.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in Driest

Gumi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 30°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and December the driest (0.8").

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 Density1,698/sq mi
Total Area238.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gumi

What is the population of Gumi?

Gumi has a population of 404,691 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,698 people per square mile, spread across 238.3 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 Gumi expensive to live in?

Gumi 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 Gumi?

Gumi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Gumi?

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

How are the schools in Gumi?

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

How healthy is Gumi?

The obesity rate in Gumi 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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