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Hoeyang, North Korea

Kangwŏn-do · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Hoeyang is a small city in Kangwŏn-do, North Korea with a population of 21,111. Elevation: 1,161 ft (354 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
21,111 Population
1,161 ft Elevation 354 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
47.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population21,111
Median Age35.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population21,111
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Coordinates38.7103°, 127.5983°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceKangwŏn-do
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,196 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Hoeyang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoeyang receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Hoeyang faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hoeyang experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Hoeyang has a population of 21,111. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,111
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoeyang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hoeyang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoeyang is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hoeyang vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hoeyang, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Hoeyang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,161 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Coordinates38.7103°N, 127.5983°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
March 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 12.2 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 10.2 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 6.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 1.1 in

Hoeyang has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 19°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and January the driest (0.8").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hoeyang

What is the population of Hoeyang?

Hoeyang has a population of 21,111 residents and is located in North Korea.. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Hoeyang expensive to live in?

Hoeyang is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hoeyang?

Hoeyang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Hoeyang?

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

How are the schools in Hoeyang?

6.0% of adults in Hoeyang hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hoeyang?

The obesity rate in Hoeyang is 10.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 9.1% of residents report depression.

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