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Incheon, South Korea

Incheon · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Incheon is a major city in Incheon, South Korea with a population of 3,039,450. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,039,450 Population
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
64.3 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

Population3,039,450
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population3,039,450
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates37.4565°, 126.7052°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceIncheon
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,632 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Incheon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Incheon 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. Incheon 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

Incheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Incheon has a population of 3,039,450. 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

3,039,450
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Incheon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Incheon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Incheon 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: Incheon 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 Incheon, 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: Incheon 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

Incheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 280 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 64.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 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 141 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.3 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates37.4565°N, 126.7052°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 11.3 in Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 10.8 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 5.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Driest

Incheon has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 28°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.3") and December the driest (1.0").

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 Incheon

What is the population of Incheon?

Incheon has a population of 3,039,450 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 Incheon expensive to live in?

Incheon 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 Incheon?

Incheon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Incheon?

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

How are the schools in Incheon?

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

How healthy is Incheon?

The obesity rate in Incheon 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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