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Kwangyang, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Kwangyang is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 89,281. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
89,281 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
55.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population89,281
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population89,281
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates34.9753°, 127.5892°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation55.0 inches (1,396 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Kwangyang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kwangyang receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kwangyang stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kwangyang enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kwangyang has a population of 89,281. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

89,281
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kwangyang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kwangyang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kwangyang is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kwangyang vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kwangyang, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Kwangyang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates34.9753°N, 127.5892°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
June 71°F (21°C) 8.2 in
July 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in Warmest
September 71°F (21°C) 5.9 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
December 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest

Kwangyang has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 34°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.9") and December the driest (0.9").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kwangyang

What is the population of Kwangyang?

Kwangyang has a population of 89,281 residents and is located in South Korea.. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Kwangyang expensive to live in?

Kwangyang is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kwangyang?

Kwangyang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.0 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Kwangyang?

The job market in Kwangyang is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kwangyang?

44.6% of adults in Kwangyang hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kwangyang?

The obesity rate in Kwangyang is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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