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Gunpo, South Korea

Gyeonggi-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Gunpo is a large city in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea with a population of 286,485. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
286,485 Population 20,405/sq mi density
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
51.3 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

Population286,485
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density20,405/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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population286,485
Population Density20,405 / sq mi
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates37.3675°, 126.9469°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeonggi-do
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation51.3 inches (1,303 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Gunpo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gunpo 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. Gunpo 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

Gunpo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gunpo has a population of 286,485 with a density of 20,405 people per square mile, spread across 14.0 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

286,485
Total Population
20,405
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
14.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gunpo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gunpo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gunpo 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: Gunpo 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 Gunpo, 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: Gunpo 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

Gunpo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 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 138 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.3 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.4 km²)
Population Density20,405/sq mi
Coordinates37.3675°N, 126.9469°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 53°F (11°C) 3.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
July 76°F (25°C) 12.5 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 11.6 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 5.9 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.9 in

Gunpo has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.5") and January the driest (0.9").

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 Density20,405/sq mi
Total Area14.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gunpo

What is the population of Gunpo?

Gunpo has a population of 286,485 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 20,405 people per square mile, spread across 14.0 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 Gunpo expensive to live in?

Gunpo 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 Gunpo?

Gunpo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.3 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Gunpo?

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

How are the schools in Gunpo?

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

How healthy is Gunpo?

The obesity rate in Gunpo 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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