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Lakang, Myanmar

Kachin State · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Lakang is a mid-size city in Kachin State, Myanmar with a population of 85,423. Elevation: 1,050 ft (320 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
85,423 Population
1,050 ft Elevation 320 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
71.1 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

Population85,423
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)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population85,423
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Coordinates24.6605°, 97.1892°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceKachin State
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation71.1 inches (1,807 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Lakang a Good Place to Live?

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

Lakang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Lakang has a population of 85,423. 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

85,423
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lakang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakang 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: Lakang 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 Lakang, 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: Lakang 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

Lakang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 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 1,050 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.1 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Coordinates24.6605°N, 97.1892°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
April 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 14.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 15.9 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 14.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in
November 71°F (21°C) 1.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in

Lakang has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 62°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.9") and January the driest (0.3").

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 Lakang

What is the population of Lakang?

Lakang has a population of 85,423 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 Lakang expensive to live in?

Lakang 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 Lakang?

Lakang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Lakang?

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

How are the schools in Lakang?

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

How healthy is Lakang?

The obesity rate in Lakang 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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