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Jeju City, South Korea

Jeju-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Jeju City is a large city in Jeju-do, South Korea with a population of 488,844. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
488,844 Population 1,295/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
69.1 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

Population488,844
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,295/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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain69.1 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population488,844
Population Density1,295 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates33.5097°, 126.5219°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeju-do
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation69.1 inches (1,754 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Jeju City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jeju City 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, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Jeju City 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

Jeju City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Jeju City has a population of 488,844 with a density of 1,295 people per square mile, spread across 377.5 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

488,844
Total Population
1,295
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
377.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jeju City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jeju City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jeju City 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: Jeju City 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 Jeju City, 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: Jeju City 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

Jeju City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 62 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.1 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area377.5 sq mi (977.8 km²)
Population Density1,295/sq mi
Coordinates33.5097°N, 126.5219°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 5.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.8 in
July 78°F (25°C) 10.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 10.2 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest

Jeju City has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.9") and December the driest (2.1").

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 Density1,295/sq mi
Total Area377.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jeju City

What is the population of Jeju City?

Jeju City has a population of 488,844 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,295 people per square mile, spread across 377.5 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 Jeju City expensive to live in?

Jeju City 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 Jeju City?

Jeju City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Jeju City?

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

How are the schools in Jeju City?

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

How healthy is Jeju City?

The obesity rate in Jeju City 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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