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Jeongeup, South Korea

Jeollabuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Jeongeup is a large city in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea with a population of 139,876. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
139,876 Population
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
50.2 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

Population139,876
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population139,876
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates35.6000°, 126.9170°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollabuk-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,274 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Jeongeup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jeongeup 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. Jeongeup 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

Jeongeup experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Jeongeup has a population of 139,876. 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

139,876
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jeongeup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jeongeup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jeongeup 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: Jeongeup 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 Jeongeup, 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: Jeongeup 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

Jeongeup experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 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 174 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates35.6000°N, 126.9170°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) 1.7 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 6.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 5.4 in
October 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in

Jeongeup has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 31°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.9") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jeongeup

What is the population of Jeongeup?

Jeongeup has a population of 139,876 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 Jeongeup expensive to live in?

Jeongeup 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 Jeongeup?

Jeongeup 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 77°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Jeongeup?

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

How are the schools in Jeongeup?

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

How healthy is Jeongeup?

The obesity rate in Jeongeup 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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