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

Population64,718

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 Temp53°F (11°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain48.0 in/yr

Sunny Days249/yr

Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+44.6%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.4%

Population	64,718
Elevation	118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates	35.8017°, 128.5008°
Timezone	Asia/Seoul
Country	🇰🇷 South Korea
State / Province	Daegu
Average Temperature	53°F (11°C)
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation	48.0 inches (1,220 mm)
Annual Snowfall	2.9 inches (7 cm)
Median Age	44.0 years

Is Hwawŏn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hwawŏn 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. Hwawŏn 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

Hwawŏn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hwawŏn has a population of 64,718. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

64,718

Total Population

44.0yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hwawŏn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Hwawŏn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hwawŏn is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hwawŏn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	26% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.2%
	98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hwawŏn, 7.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 94.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	7.3%
	77% below US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
High Blood Pressure	26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	8.4%
Physical Inactivity	94.2%
Depression	28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Food & Exercise

Hwawŏn has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.5°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.0 inches
	26% above US avg
Snowfall	2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	85.4%

Geography

Elevation	118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates	35.8017°N, 128.5008°W
Timezone	Asia/Seoul

44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 97.4% of households have broadband internet.

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 Access	97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Hwawŏn, South Korea

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Is Hwawŏn a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hwawŏn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hwawŏn vs U.S. Average

Income: Hwawŏn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Hwawŏn 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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