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

Population453,536

Median Age44.6 yrs

Density11,296/mi²

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 Temp71°F (22°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain72.5 in/yr

Sunny Days204/yr

Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	453,536
Population Density	11,296 / sq mi
Elevation	72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates	24.8036°, 120.9686°
Timezone	Asia/Taipei
Country	🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / Province	Taiwan
Average Temperature	71°F (22°C)
January Average	58°F (15°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation	72.5 inches (1,841 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	44.6 years

Is Hsinchu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hsinchu 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. Hsinchu 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

Hsinchu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hsinchu has a population of 453,536 with a density of 11,296 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

453,536

Total Population

11,296

People / sq mi

44.6yrs

Median Age

15% above US avg

40.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hsinchu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Hsinchu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hsinchu is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hsinchu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hsinchu, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Hsinchu has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 72.5 inches. The area enjoys 204 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	70.9°F
	31% above US avg
January Average	58°F (15°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	72.5 inches
	91% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	72 ft (22 m)
Area	40.2 sq mi (104.0 km²)
Population Density	11,296/sq mi
Coordinates	24.8036°N, 120.9686°W
Timezone	Asia/Taipei

35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	11,296/sq mi
Total Area	40.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Hsinchu, Taiwan

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hsinchu a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hsinchu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hsinchu vs U.S. Average

Income: Hsinchu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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