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Kusŏng-si, North Korea

P'yŏngan-bukto · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Kusŏng-si is a mid-size city in P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea with a population of 30,902. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
30,902 Population
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
39.8 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

Population30,902
Median Age35.9 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population30,902
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates39.9797°, 125.2529°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceP'yŏngan-bukto
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,012 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Kusŏng-si a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kusŏng-si receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Kusŏng-si 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

Kusŏng-si experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Kusŏng-si has a population of 30,902. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

30,902
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kusŏng-si vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kusŏng-si vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kusŏng-si is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Kusŏng-si 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 Kusŏng-si, 10.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% are current smokers. 9.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Kusŏng-si 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

Kusŏng-si has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates39.9797°N, 125.2529°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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