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Ko Chang, Thailand

Trat · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Ko Chang is a small city in Trat, Thailand with a population of 12,346. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,346 Population
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
129.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population12,346
Median Age40.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,195
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.1%
Depression4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain129.4 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population12,346
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates12.0451°, 102.3003°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceTrat
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation129.4 inches (3,286 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Ko Chang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ko Chang receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Ko Chang has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ko Chang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 170 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 129.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Ko Chang has a population of 12,346. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,346
Total Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ko Chang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ko Chang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ko Chang is N/A. Per capita income is $7,195 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below 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 29.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ko Chang vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ko Chang, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.2% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 7.6% report binge drinking. 77.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ko Chang vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.6%
Physical Inactivity77.5%
Depression4.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Ko Chang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 129.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall129.4 inches
240% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates12.0451°N, 102.3003°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
February 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in
March 80°F (27°C) 4.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in
June 80°F (27°C) 22.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 20.7 in
August 79°F (26°C) 24.3 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 21.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 12.6 in
November 78°F (25°C) 3.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest

Ko Chang has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 76°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 129.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (24.3") and December the driest (0.4").

22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ko Chang

What is the population of Ko Chang?

Ko Chang has a population of 12,346 residents and is located in Thailand.. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Ko Chang expensive to live in?

Ko Chang is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ko Chang?

Ko Chang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 129.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Ko Chang?

The job market in Ko Chang is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ko Chang?

22.1% of adults in Ko Chang hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ko Chang?

The obesity rate in Ko Chang is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 77.5% are physically inactive. 4.8% of residents report depression.

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