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Ma’ai, China

Gansu · 🇨🇳 China

Ma’ai is a small city in Gansu, China with a population of 10,988. Elevation: 10,230 ft (3,118 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
10,988 Population
10,230 ft Elevation 3,118 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
24.8 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

Population10,988
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 Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation10,230 ft (3,118 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population10,988
Elevation10,230 ft (3,118 m)
Coordinates34.5940°, 102.4780°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (631 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Ma’ai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ma’ai 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. Ma’ai 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

Ma’ai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Ma’ai has a population of 10,988. 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

10,988
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ma’ai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ma’ai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ma’ai 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: Ma’ai 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 Ma’ai, 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: Ma’ai 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

Ma’ai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. 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 10,230 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average33.9°F
37% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation10,230 ft (3,118 m)
Coordinates34.5940°N, 102.4780°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.2 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.4 in
May 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
June 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
July 51°F (10°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
September 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
October 35°F (2°C) 1.8 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.3 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 0.1 in Driest

Ma’ai has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 14°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and December the driest (0.1").

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 Ma’ai

What is the population of Ma’ai?

Ma’ai has a population of 10,988 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 Ma’ai expensive to live in?

Ma’ai 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 Ma’ai?

Ma’ai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Ma’ai?

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

How are the schools in Ma’ai?

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

How healthy is Ma’ai?

The obesity rate in Ma’ai 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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