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Hongwŏn, North Korea

South Hamgyong · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Hongwŏn is a mid-size city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 70,923. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
70,923 Population
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.8 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

Population70,923
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population70,923
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates40.0253°, 127.9558°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Hamgyong
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (832 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Hongwŏn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hongwŏn receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Hongwŏn 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

Hongwŏn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Hongwŏn has a population of 70,923. 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

70,923
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hongwŏn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hongwŏn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hongwŏn 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: Hongwŏn 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 Hongwŏn, 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: Hongwŏn 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

Hongwŏn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 277 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The area receives 2.0 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 95 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates40.0253°N, 127.9558°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
March 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 7.4 in
August 72°F (22°C) 7.5 in Warmest, Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in
October 53°F (11°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in

Hongwŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 23°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.6").

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 Hongwŏn

What is the population of Hongwŏn?

Hongwŏn has a population of 70,923 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 Hongwŏn expensive to live in?

Hongwŏn 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 Hongwŏn?

Hongwŏn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Hongwŏn?

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

How are the schools in Hongwŏn?

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

How healthy is Hongwŏn?

The obesity rate in Hongwŏn 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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