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Imsil, South Korea

Jeollabuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Imsil is a small city in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea with a population of 25,693. Elevation: 764 ft (233 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
25,693 Population 111/sq mi density
764 ft Elevation 233 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.4 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

Population25,693
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density111/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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation764 ft (233 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population25,693
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Coordinates35.6131°, 127.2794°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollabuk-do
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation52.4 inches (1,332 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Imsil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Imsil 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. Imsil 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

Imsil experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Imsil has a population of 25,693 with a density of 111 people per square mile, spread across 230.5 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

25,693
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
230.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Imsil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Imsil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Imsil 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: Imsil 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 Imsil, 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: Imsil 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

Imsil experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 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 764 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Area230.5 sq mi (596.9 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates35.6131°N, 127.2794°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
June 69°F (21°C) 7.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 12.0 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 9.6 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 5.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.3 in

Imsil has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 28°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.0") 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 Density111/sq mi
Total Area230.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Imsil

What is the population of Imsil?

Imsil has a population of 25,693 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 230.5 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 Imsil expensive to live in?

Imsil 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 Imsil?

Imsil has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.4 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Imsil?

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

How are the schools in Imsil?

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

How healthy is Imsil?

The obesity rate in Imsil 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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