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Hadong, South Korea

Gyeongsangnam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Hadong is a mid-size city in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea with a population of 40,909. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
40,909 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
55.5 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

Population40,909
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population40,909
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates35.0680°, 127.7515°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangnam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation55.5 inches (1,409 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Hadong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hadong 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. Hadong 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

Hadong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hadong has a population of 40,909. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

40,909
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hadong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hadong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hadong is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hadong 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 Hadong, 7.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 94.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hadong 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

Hadong has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. The area enjoys 235 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates35.0680°N, 127.7515°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 97.4% of households have broadband internet.

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

Nearby Cities

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