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Luang Namtha, Laos

Loungnamtha · 🇱🇦 Laos

Luang Namtha is a small town in Loungnamtha, Laos with a population of 3,225. Elevation: 1,808 ft (551 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
3,225 Population
1,808 ft Elevation 551 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
68.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vientiane Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.0%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population3,225
Median Age24.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,067
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity8.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.4%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain68.6 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population3,225
Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)
Coordinates20.9486°, 101.4019°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceLoungnamtha
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation68.6 inches (1,743 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Luang Namtha a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

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

Luang Namtha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Luang Namtha has a population of 3,225. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.3% male. 10.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,225
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Luang Namtha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Luang Namtha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luang Namtha is N/A. Per capita income is $2,067 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 21.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Luang Namtha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living21.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Luang Namtha, 8.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 28.5% have high blood pressure. 20.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 84.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Luang Namtha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.0%
75% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.4%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Luang Namtha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.6 inches
81% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)
Coordinates20.9486°N, 101.4019°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 64°F (18°C)
0.4"
Feb 67°F (20°C)
1.5"
Mar 72°F (22°C)
1.3"
Apr 77°F (25°C)
3.3"
May 79°F (26°C)
8.3"
Jun 79°F (26°C)
8.5"
Jul 78°F (26°C)
13.2"
Aug 78°F (25°C)
16.1"
Sep 77°F (25°C)
8.5"
Oct 74°F (24°C)
4.3"
Nov 69°F (21°C)
1.9"
Dec 64°F (18°C)
1.4"

The warmest month is June at 79°F, while the coldest is January at 64°F — a seasonal swing of 15°F. August sees the most rain (16.1"), while January is the driest (0.4").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 63.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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 Access63.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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