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Hua Hin, Thailand

Prachuap Khiri Khan · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Hua Hin is a large city in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand with a population of 126,355. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
126,355 Population 3,790/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
34.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population126,355
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density3,790/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,195
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.1%
Depression4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population126,355
Population Density3,790 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates12.5707°, 99.9588°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvincePrachuap Khiri Khan
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation34.3 inches (872 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Hua Hin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hua Hin receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hua Hin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hua Hin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Hua Hin has a population of 126,355 with a density of 3,790 people per square mile, spread across 33.3 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

126,355
Total Population
3,790
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
33.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hua Hin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hua Hin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hua Hin is N/A. Per capita income is $7,195 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hua Hin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hua Hin, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.2% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 7.6% report binge drinking. 77.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hua Hin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.6%
Physical Inactivity77.5%
Depression4.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Hua Hin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.0°F
52% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area33.3 sq mi (86.4 km²)
Population Density3,790/sq mi
Coordinates12.5707°N, 99.9588°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.3 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 3.3 in
June 83°F (29°C) 2.0 in
July 83°F (28°C) 2.8 in
August 83°F (28°C) 3.5 in
September 82°F (28°C) 5.3 in
October 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 4.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest

Hua Hin has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 78°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and December the driest (0.4").

22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,790/sq mi
Total Area33.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hua Hin

What is the population of Hua Hin?

Hua Hin has a population of 126,355 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 3,790 people per square mile, spread across 33.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Hua Hin expensive to live in?

Hua Hin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hua Hin?

Hua Hin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Hua Hin?

The job market in Hua Hin is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hua Hin?

22.1% of adults in Hua Hin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hua Hin?

The obesity rate in Hua Hin is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 77.5% are physically inactive. 4.8% of residents report depression.

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