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Mae Sai, Thailand

Chiang Rai · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Mae Sai is a small city in Chiang Rai, Thailand with a population of 27,520. Elevation: 1,434 ft (437 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
27,520 Population 13,899/sq mi density
1,434 ft Elevation 437 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
70.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population27,520
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density13,899/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,195
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.1%
Depression4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain70.8 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation1,434 ft (437 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population27,520
Population Density13,899 / sq mi
Elevation1,434 ft (437 m)
Coordinates20.4335°, 99.8762°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceChiang Rai
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation70.8 inches (1,797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Mae Sai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mae Sai receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Mae Sai has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mae Sai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Mae Sai has a population of 27,520 with a density of 13,899 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,520
Total Population
13,899
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mae Sai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mae Sai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mae Sai is N/A. Per capita income is $7,195 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below 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 29.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mae Sai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mae Sai, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.2% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 7.6% report binge drinking. 77.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Mae Sai vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.6%
Physical Inactivity77.5%
Depression4.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Mae Sai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,434 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.8 inches
86% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation1,434 ft (437 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density13,899/sq mi
Coordinates20.4335°N, 99.8762°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in
May 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 14.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 15.4 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 10.9 in
October 78°F (25°C) 4.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in

Mae Sai has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 68°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.3").

22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density13,899/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mae Sai

What is the population of Mae Sai?

Mae Sai has a population of 27,520 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 13,899 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Mae Sai expensive to live in?

Mae Sai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mae Sai?

Mae Sai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Mae Sai?

The job market in Mae Sai is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mae Sai?

22.1% of adults in Mae Sai hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mae Sai?

The obesity rate in Mae Sai is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 77.5% are physically inactive. 4.8% of residents report depression.

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