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Hwado, South Korea

Gyeonggi-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Hwado is a large city in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea with a population of 106,358. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
106,358 Population
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
51.4 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

Population106,358
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population106,358
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates37.6525°, 127.3075°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeonggi-do
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,305 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Hwado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hwado 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. Hwado 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

Hwado experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hwado has a population of 106,358. 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

106,358
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hwado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hwado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hwado 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: Hwado 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 Hwado, 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: Hwado 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

Hwado experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 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 282 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates37.6525°N, 127.3075°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 5.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 13.5 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 11.6 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 5.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in

Hwado has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 25°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hwado

What is the population of Hwado?

Hwado has a population of 106,358 residents and is located in South Korea.. 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 Hwado expensive to live in?

Hwado 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 Hwado?

Hwado has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Hwado?

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

How are the schools in Hwado?

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

How healthy is Hwado?

The obesity rate in Hwado 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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