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Hengchun, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Hengchun is a small city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 29,702. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
29,702 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
99.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population29,702
Median Age44.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain99.2 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population29,702
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates22.0042°, 120.7439°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaiwan
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation99.2 inches (2,519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Hengchun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hengchun receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Hengchun offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hengchun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 197 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 99.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hengchun has a population of 29,702. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

29,702
Total Population
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hengchun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hengchun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hengchun is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hengchun vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hengchun, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Hengchun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall99.2 inches
161% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates22.0042°N, 120.7439°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 1.7 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in
May 78°F (26°C) 8.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 16.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 20.3 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 23.0 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 14.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 7.0 in
November 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in Driest

Hengchun has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 66°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 99.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (23.0") and December the driest (1.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hengchun

What is the population of Hengchun?

Hengchun has a population of 29,702 residents and is located in Taiwan.. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Hengchun expensive to live in?

Hengchun is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hengchun?

Hengchun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Hengchun?

The job market in Hengchun is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hengchun?

35.0% of adults in Hengchun hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hengchun?

The obesity rate in Hengchun is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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