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Lushar, China

Qinghai · 🇨🇳 China

Lushar is a mid-size city in Qinghai, China with a population of 67,153. Elevation: 8,983 ft (2,738 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
67,153 Population
8,983 ft Elevation 2,738 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
18.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population67,153
Median Age39.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation8,983 ft (2,738 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population67,153
Elevation8,983 ft (2,738 m)
Coordinates36.4842°, 101.5633°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceQinghai
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation18.8 inches (478 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.7 inches (2 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Lushar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lushar receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lushar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lushar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Lushar has a population of 67,153. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

67,153
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lushar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lushar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lushar is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lushar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lushar, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Lushar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 8,983 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average35.1°F
35% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation8,983 ft (2,738 m)
Coordinates36.4842°N, 101.5633°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 0.1 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.4 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
July 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
October 36°F (2°C) 1.1 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.1 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 0.0 in

Lushar has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 12°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (0.0").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lushar

What is the population of Lushar?

Lushar has a population of 67,153 residents and is located in China.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Lushar expensive to live in?

Lushar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lushar?

Lushar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Lushar?

Lushar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lushar?

34.6% of adults in Lushar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lushar?

The obesity rate in Lushar is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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