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Huế, Vietnam

Thừa Thiên Huế Province · 🇻🇳 Vietnam

Huế is a major city in Thừa Thiên Huế Province, Vietnam with a population of 1,380,000. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,380,000 Population 13,437/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
99.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

People

Population1,380,000
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density13,437/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,323
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.6%

Health

Obesity2.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.2%
Depression3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain99.9 in/yr
Sunny Days192/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband78.1%
Population1,380,000
Population Density13,437 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates16.4619°, 107.5955°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇻🇳 Vietnam
State / ProvinceThừa Thiên Huế Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation99.9 inches (2,538 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.5 years

Is Huế a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huế receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Huế stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Huế has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 192 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 99.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Huế has a population of 1,380,000 with a density of 13,437 people per square mile, spread across 102.7 square miles. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. 15.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,380,000
Total Population
13,437
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
102.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Huế vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Huế vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huế is N/A. Per capita income is $4,323 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Huế vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Huế, 2.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.7% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.7% report binge drinking. 86.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.0%
94% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity86.3%
Depression3.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Huế has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 192 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.0°F
44% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days192 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall99.9 inches
163% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.2%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area102.7 sq mi (266.0 km²)
Population Density13,437/sq mi
Coordinates16.4619°N, 107.5955°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 6.0 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in
March 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
April 80°F (26°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 83°F (29°C) 4.0 in
June 85°F (30°C) 3.3 in Warmest
July 85°F (29°C) 3.5 in
August 84°F (29°C) 4.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 14.3 in
October 78°F (26°C) 22.4 in Wettest
November 74°F (23°C) 21.8 in
December 71°F (21°C) 11.7 in

Huế has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 69°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 99.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (22.4") and April the driest (2.0").

37.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 78.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density13,437/sq mi
Total Area102.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Huế

What is the population of Huế?

Huế has a population of 1,380,000 residents and is located in Vietnam. The population density is 13,437 people per square mile, spread across 102.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Huế expensive to live in?

Huế is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Huế?

Huế has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Huế?

The job market in Huế is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Huế?

37.6% of adults in Huế hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Huế?

The obesity rate in Huế is 2.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 86.3% are physically inactive. 3.9% of residents report depression.

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