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Hyesan, North Korea

Yanggang-do · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Hyesan is a large city in Yanggang-do, North Korea with a population of 192,680. Elevation: 2,326 ft (709 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
192,680 Population 1,802/sq mi density
2,326 ft Elevation 709 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population192,680
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,802/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population192,680
Population Density1,802 / sq mi
Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Coordinates41.4017°, 128.1778°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceYanggang-do
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (715 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Hyesan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hyesan receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Hyesan faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hyesan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Hyesan has a population of 192,680 with a density of 1,802 people per square mile, spread across 107.0 square miles. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

192,680
Total Population
1,802
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
107.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hyesan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hyesan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hyesan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hyesan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hyesan, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Hyesan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 285 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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Area107.0 sq mi (277.0 km²)
Population Density1,802/sq mi
Coordinates41.4017°N, 128.1778°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 8°F (-13°C) 0.4 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
July 65°F (19°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 6.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in

Hyesan has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F — from 1°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (0.4").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,802/sq mi
Total Area107.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hyesan

What is the population of Hyesan?

Hyesan has a population of 192,680 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 1,802 people per square mile, spread across 107.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Hyesan expensive to live in?

Hyesan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hyesan?

Hyesan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Hyesan?

Hyesan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hyesan?

6.0% of adults in Hyesan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hyesan?

The obesity rate in Hyesan is 10.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 9.1% of residents report depression.

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