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Gyeongsan-si, South Korea

Gyeongsangbuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Gyeongsan-si is a large city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 266,951. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
266,951 Population 1,680/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.7 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

Population266,951
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,680/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)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population266,951
Population Density1,680 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates35.8233°, 128.7378°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangbuk-do
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,160 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Gyeongsan-si a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gyeongsan-si 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. Gyeongsan-si 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

Gyeongsan-si experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gyeongsan-si has a population of 266,951 with a density of 1,680 people per square mile, spread across 158.9 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

266,951
Total Population
1,680
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
158.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gyeongsan-si vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gyeongsan-si vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gyeongsan-si 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: Gyeongsan-si 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 Gyeongsan-si, 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: Gyeongsan-si 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

Gyeongsan-si experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 2.8 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 194 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area158.9 sq mi (411.6 km²)
Population Density1,680/sq mi
Coordinates35.8233°N, 128.7378°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 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
June 69°F (20°C) 6.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 8.6 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 5.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.7 in Driest

Gyeongsan-si has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 30°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (0.7").

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 Density1,680/sq mi
Total Area158.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gyeongsan-si

What is the population of Gyeongsan-si?

Gyeongsan-si has a population of 266,951 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,680 people per square mile, spread across 158.9 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 Gyeongsan-si expensive to live in?

Gyeongsan-si 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 Gyeongsan-si?

Gyeongsan-si has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Gyeongsan-si?

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

How are the schools in Gyeongsan-si?

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

How healthy is Gyeongsan-si?

The obesity rate in Gyeongsan-si 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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