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Hakha, Myanmar

Chin State · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Hakha is a small city in Chin State, Myanmar with a population of 20,000. Elevation: 5,902 ft (1,799 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,000 Population
5,902 ft Elevation 1,799 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
84.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population20,000
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain84.5 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation5,902 ft (1,799 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population20,000
Elevation5,902 ft (1,799 m)
Coordinates22.6445°, 93.6108°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceChin State
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation84.5 inches (2,146 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Hakha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hakha receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Hakha has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hakha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 198 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 84.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hakha has a population of 20,000. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,000
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hakha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hakha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hakha is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hakha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hakha, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hakha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Hakha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 198 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 84.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,902 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.5 inches
122% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation5,902 ft (1,799 m)
Coordinates22.6445°N, 93.6108°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 62°F (16°C) 0.8 in
April 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.4 in Warmest
June 65°F (18°C) 15.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 14.5 in
August 64°F (18°C) 16.1 in Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 13.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 9.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in

Hakha has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 52°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 84.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.1") and January the driest (0.2").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hakha

What is the population of Hakha?

Hakha has a population of 20,000 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Hakha expensive to live in?

Hakha is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hakha?

Hakha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Hakha?

Hakha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hakha?

20.4% of adults in Hakha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hakha?

The obesity rate in Hakha is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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