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Jiufen, Taiwan

Taipei · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Jiufen is a small town in Taipei, Taiwan with a population of 3,100. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,100 Population
942 ft Elevation 287 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
131.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population3,100
Median Age44.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain131.6 in/yr
Sunny Days109/yr
Elevation942 ft (287 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population3,100
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates25.1096°, 121.8442°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaipei
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation131.6 inches (3,342 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Jiufen a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Jiufen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 109 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 131.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Jiufen has a population of 3,100. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,100
Total Population
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jiufen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jiufen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jiufen is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Jiufen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Jiufen, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Jiufen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 109 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 131.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days109 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall131.6 inches
246% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates25.1096°N, 121.8442°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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