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Iksan, South Korea

Jeollabuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Iksan is a large city in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea with a population of 307,000. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.3 /5.0
A Great
307,000 Population 1,568/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
48.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
$33,100 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$33,100 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$600/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,100
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower 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

Population307,000
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,568/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,100
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population307,000
Population Density1,568 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates35.9439°, 126.9544°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollabuk-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation48.9 inches (1,242 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$33,100
Median Age44.0 years

Is Iksan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iksan receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Iksan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iksan is $33,100, 56% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Iksan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Iksan has a population of 307,000 with a density of 1,568 people per square mile, spread across 195.8 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

307,000
Total Population
1,568
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
195.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Iksan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Iksan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iksan is $33,100, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Iksan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,100
56% below US avg
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

Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

In Iksan, 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: Iksan 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

Iksan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 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 52 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area195.8 sq mi (507.0 km²)
Population Density1,568/sq mi
Coordinates35.9439°N, 126.9544°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 6.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 10.7 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.3 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 5.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.4 in

Iksan has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 31°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (1.3").

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 Density1,568/sq mi
Total Area195.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Iksan

What is the population of Iksan?

Iksan has a population of 307,000 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,568 people per square mile, spread across 195.8 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 Iksan expensive to live in?

Iksan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $33,100, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Iksan?

Iksan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Iksan?

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

How much does housing cost in Iksan?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $600.

How are the schools in Iksan?

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

How healthy is Iksan?

The obesity rate in Iksan 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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