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Haenam, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Haenam is a small city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 23,928. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23,928 Population 61/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
51.8 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

Population23,928
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density61/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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population23,928
Population Density61 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates34.5711°, 126.5989°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation51.8 inches (1,316 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.3 inches (3 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Haenam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haenam 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. Haenam 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

Haenam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Haenam has a population of 23,928 with a density of 61 people per square mile, spread across 391.4 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

23,928
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
391.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Haenam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Haenam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haenam 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: Haenam 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 Haenam, 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: Haenam 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

Haenam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 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 128 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area391.4 sq mi (1,013.8 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates34.5711°N, 126.5989°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.1 in
July 77°F (25°C) 9.5 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 8.5 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in Driest

Haenam has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 35°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (1.1").

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 Density61/sq mi
Total Area391.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Haenam

What is the population of Haenam?

Haenam has a population of 23,928 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 391.4 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 Haenam expensive to live in?

Haenam 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 Haenam?

Haenam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Haenam?

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

How are the schools in Haenam?

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

How healthy is Haenam?

The obesity rate in Haenam 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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