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Jinan-gun, South Korea

Jeollabuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Jinan-gun is a mid-size city in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea with a population of 31,273. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
31,273 Population
968 ft Elevation 295 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
53.7 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

Population31,273
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population31,273
Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Coordinates35.7917°, 127.4253°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollabuk-do
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,363 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.2 inches (11 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Jinan-gun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jinan-gun 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. Jinan-gun 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

Jinan-gun experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Jinan-gun has a population of 31,273. 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

31,273
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jinan-gun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jinan-gun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jinan-gun 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: Jinan-gun 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 Jinan-gun, 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: Jinan-gun 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

Jinan-gun experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.2 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 968 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall4.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Coordinates35.7917°N, 127.4253°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
April 51°F (10°C) 4.1 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 7.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 74°F (24°C) 10.0 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 5.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Jinan-gun has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 26°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") 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 Jinan-gun

What is the population of Jinan-gun?

Jinan-gun has a population of 31,273 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 Jinan-gun expensive to live in?

Jinan-gun 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 Jinan-gun?

Jinan-gun has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Jinan-gun?

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

How are the schools in Jinan-gun?

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

How healthy is Jinan-gun?

The obesity rate in Jinan-gun 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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