Bachelor's+ 10.0%

70% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 12.2%

62% lower than US avg

People

Population2,000

Median Age30.7 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female53% / 47%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$3,831

UnemploymentN/A

PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity12.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking6.5%

Depression3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)

AQI47 (Good)

Rain12.6 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation12,549 ft (3,825 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.0%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband88.4%

Population	2,000
Elevation	12,549 ft (3,825 m)
Coordinates	28.0613°, 89.6826°
Timezone	Asia/Thimphu
Country	🇧🇹 Bhutan
State / Province	Gasa
Average Temperature	31°F (-0°C)
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation	12.6 inches (319 mm)
Annual Snowfall	1.8 inches (4 cm)
Median Age	30.7 years

Is Laya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laya receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Laya faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Laya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Laya has a population of 2,000. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,000

Total Population

30.7yrs

Median Age

21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%

Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Laya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Laya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laya is N/A.

Income: Laya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$3,831

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	30.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Laya, 12.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 3.6% report depression. 84.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	12.2%
	62% below US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
High Blood Pressure	43.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	6.5%
	54% below US avg
Binge Drinking	4.4%
Physical Inactivity	84.1%
Depression	3.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	69.0%

Food & Exercise

Laya has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)

Annual Average	31.3°F
	42% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	12.6 inches
	67% below US avg
Snowfall	1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	47.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	85.7%

Geography

Elevation	12,549 ft (3,825 m)
Coordinates	28.0613°N, 89.6826°W
Timezone	Asia/Thimphu

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.0%
	70% below US avg
High School+	80.0%

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Laya, Bhutan

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Laya a Good Place to Live?

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Laya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Laya vs U.S. Average

Income: Laya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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