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Lao Bảo, Vietnam

Quang Tri · 🇻🇳 Vietnam

Lao Bảo is a small city in Quang Tri, Vietnam with a population of 12,862. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
12,862 Population
659 ft Elevation 201 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
78.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ho Chi Minh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

People

Population12,862
Median Age32.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,323
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.6%

Health

Obesity2.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.2%
Depression3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain78.0 in/yr
Sunny Days201/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband78.1%
Population12,862
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates16.6141°, 106.6007°
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Country🇻🇳 Vietnam
State / ProvinceQuang Tri
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation78.0 inches (1,981 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.5 years

Is Lao Bảo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lao Bảo receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Lao Bảo 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 1.5%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lao Bảo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Lao Bảo has a population of 12,862. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. 15.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,862
Total Population
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Lao Bảo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lao Bảo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lao Bảo is N/A. Per capita income is $4,323 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lao Bảo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lao Bảo, 2.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.7% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.7% report binge drinking. 86.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Lao Bảo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.0%
94% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity86.3%
Depression3.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Lao Bảo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days201 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall78.0 inches
105% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.2%

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates16.6141°N, 106.6007°W
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
April 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 13.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 16.0 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 5.5 in
December 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in

Lao Bảo has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 68°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 78.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.0") and February the driest (0.8").

37.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 78.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lao Bảo

What is the population of Lao Bảo?

Lao Bảo has a population of 12,862 residents and is located in Vietnam.. The median age of residents is 32.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Lao Bảo expensive to live in?

Lao Bảo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lao Bảo?

Lao Bảo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Lao Bảo?

The job market in Lao Bảo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lao Bảo?

37.6% of adults in Lao Bảo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lao Bảo?

The obesity rate in Lao Bảo is 2.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 86.3% are physically inactive. 3.9% of residents report depression.

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