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Jinan, China

Shandong · 🇨🇳 China

Jinan is a major city in Shandong, China with a population of 4,335,989. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,335,989 Population 1,096/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population4,335,989
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,096/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population4,335,989
Population Density1,096 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates36.6683°, 116.9972°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceShandong
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Jinan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jinan receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Jinan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Jinan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Jinan has a population of 4,335,989 with a density of 1,096 people per square mile, spread across 3,955.4 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,335,989
Total Population
1,096
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3,955.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jinan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jinan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jinan is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Jinan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Jinan, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Jinan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Jinan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 298 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area3,955.4 sq mi (10,244.5 km²)
Population Density1,096/sq mi
Coordinates36.6683°N, 116.9972°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 0.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
May 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in
June 78°F (25°C) 3.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 8.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 6.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
December 32°F (0°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Jinan has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 32°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.2").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,096/sq mi
Total Area3,955.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jinan

What is the population of Jinan?

Jinan has a population of 4,335,989 residents and is located in China. The population density is 1,096 people per square mile, spread across 3,955.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Jinan expensive to live in?

Jinan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Jinan?

Jinan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Jinan?

Jinan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Jinan?

34.6% of adults in Jinan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Jinan?

The obesity rate in Jinan is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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