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Kaifeng, China

Henan · 🇨🇳 China

Kaifeng is a major city in Henan, China with a population of 1,451,741. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,451,741 Population 603/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
24.7 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

Population1,451,741
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density603/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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population1,451,741
Population Density603 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates34.7986°, 114.3074°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceHenan
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (628 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Kaifeng a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaifeng 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. Kaifeng 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

Kaifeng enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Kaifeng has a population of 1,451,741 with a density of 603 people per square mile, spread across 2,409.4 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

1,451,741
Total Population
603
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2,409.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaifeng vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kaifeng vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaifeng 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: Kaifeng 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 Kaifeng, 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: Kaifeng 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

Kaifeng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 249 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area2,409.4 sq mi (6,240.2 km²)
Population Density603/sq mi
Coordinates34.7986°N, 114.3074°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 37°F (3°C) 0.4 in
March 47°F (9°C) 1.0 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
September 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
November 47°F (8°C) 0.9 in
December 36°F (2°C) 0.4 in

Kaifeng has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 33°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (0.3").

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 Density603/sq mi
Total Area2,409.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kaifeng

What is the population of Kaifeng?

Kaifeng has a population of 1,451,741 residents and is located in China. The population density is 603 people per square mile, spread across 2,409.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Kaifeng expensive to live in?

Kaifeng 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 Kaifeng?

Kaifeng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Kaifeng?

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

How are the schools in Kaifeng?

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

How healthy is Kaifeng?

The obesity rate in Kaifeng 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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