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Jangheung, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Jangheung is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 34,544. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
34,544 Population 145/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
55.5 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

Population34,544
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density145/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population34,544
Population Density145 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates34.6816°, 126.9069°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation55.5 inches (1,409 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Jangheung a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jangheung 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. Jangheung 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

Jangheung experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Jangheung has a population of 34,544 with a density of 145 people per square mile, spread across 238.6 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

34,544
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
238.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jangheung vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jangheung vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jangheung 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: Jangheung 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 Jangheung, 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: Jangheung 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

Jangheung experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 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 92 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area238.6 sq mi (618.0 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates34.6816°N, 126.9069°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
May 62°F (16°C) 4.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 8.5 in
July 76°F (24°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 9.9 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 6.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in Driest

Jangheung has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 33°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (1.1").

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 Density145/sq mi
Total Area238.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jangheung

What is the population of Jangheung?

Jangheung has a population of 34,544 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 238.6 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 Jangheung expensive to live in?

Jangheung 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 Jangheung?

Jangheung has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.5 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Jangheung?

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

How are the schools in Jangheung?

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

How healthy is Jangheung?

The obesity rate in Jangheung 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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