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Kyaw, Myanmar

Magway · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Kyaw is a small town in Magway, Myanmar with a population of 1,294. Elevation: 1,683 ft (513 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,294 Population
1,683 ft Elevation 513 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
40.0 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

Population1,294
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population1,294
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Coordinates21.9277°, 94.3578°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceMagway
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Kyaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kyaw receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Kyaw 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

Kyaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kyaw has a population of 1,294. 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

1,294
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kyaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kyaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kyaw 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: Kyaw 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 Kyaw, 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: Kyaw 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

Kyaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.0 inches. 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 1,683 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Coordinates21.9277°N, 94.3578°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in
June 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
August 78°F (25°C) 6.9 in
September 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 5.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in

Kyaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 64°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Kyaw

What is the population of Kyaw?

Kyaw has a population of 1,294 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 Kyaw expensive to live in?

Kyaw 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 Kyaw?

Kyaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Kyaw?

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

How are the schools in Kyaw?

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

How healthy is Kyaw?

The obesity rate in Kyaw 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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