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Hwacheon, South Korea

Gangwon-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Hwacheon is a small city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 22,965. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
22,965 Population 65/sq mi density
377 ft Elevation 115 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
48.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population22,965
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population22,965
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates38.1071°, 127.7063°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGangwon-do
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation48.3 inches (1,227 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Hwacheon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hwacheon receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hwacheon 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 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hwacheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hwacheon has a population of 22,965 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 351.1 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

22,965
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
351.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hwacheon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hwacheon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hwacheon is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hwacheon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hwacheon, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Hwacheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area351.1 sq mi (909.5 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates38.1071°N, 127.7063°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 67°F (19°C) 5.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 12.6 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 11.1 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in

Hwacheon has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 22°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.6") and January the driest (0.6").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area351.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hwacheon

What is the population of Hwacheon?

Hwacheon has a population of 22,965 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 351.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Hwacheon expensive to live in?

Hwacheon is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hwacheon?

Hwacheon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Hwacheon?

The job market in Hwacheon is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hwacheon?

44.6% of adults in Hwacheon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hwacheon?

The obesity rate in Hwacheon is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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