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Kanggye, North Korea

Chagang · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Kanggye is a large city in Chagang, North Korea with a population of 209,530. Elevation: 945 ft (288 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
209,530 Population 2,058/sq mi density
945 ft Elevation 288 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population209,530
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density2,058/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population209,530
Population Density2,058 / sq mi
Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Coordinates40.9695°, 126.5852°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceChagang
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Kanggye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kanggye receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Kanggye faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kanggye has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Kanggye has a population of 209,530 with a density of 2,058 people per square mile, spread across 101.8 square miles. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

209,530
Total Population
2,058
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
101.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kanggye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kanggye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kanggye is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kanggye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kanggye, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Kanggye has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 270 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 36.3 inches. The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area101.8 sq mi (263.7 km²)
Population Density2,058/sq mi
Coordinates40.9695°N, 126.5852°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 9.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 8.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Kanggye has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 8°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and January the driest (0.4").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,058/sq mi
Total Area101.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kanggye

What is the population of Kanggye?

Kanggye has a population of 209,530 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 2,058 people per square mile, spread across 101.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Kanggye expensive to live in?

Kanggye is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kanggye?

Kanggye has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Kanggye?

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

How are the schools in Kanggye?

6.0% of adults in Kanggye hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kanggye?

The obesity rate in Kanggye is 10.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 9.1% of residents report depression.

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