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Kawkareik, Myanmar

Kayin State · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Kawkareik is a mid-size city in Kayin State, Myanmar with a population of 48,468. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
48,468 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
153.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population48,468
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain153.0 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population48,468
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates16.5554°, 98.2371°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceKayin State
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation153.0 inches (3,885 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Kawkareik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kawkareik receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Kawkareik has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kawkareik has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 194 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 153.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kawkareik has a population of 48,468. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

48,468
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kawkareik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kawkareik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kawkareik is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kawkareik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kawkareik, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Kawkareik has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 153.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall153.0 inches
303% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates16.5554°N, 98.2371°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.3 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in
April 85°F (29°C) 2.0 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 13.5 in
June 80°F (26°C) 26.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 37.5 in
August 78°F (26°C) 38.8 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 21.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.7 in
December 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in

Kawkareik has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 74°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 152.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (38.8") and January the driest (0.2").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kawkareik

What is the population of Kawkareik?

Kawkareik has a population of 48,468 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Kawkareik expensive to live in?

Kawkareik is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kawkareik?

Kawkareik has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 153.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Kawkareik?

Kawkareik has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kawkareik?

20.4% of adults in Kawkareik hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kawkareik?

The obesity rate in Kawkareik is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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