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Magong, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Magong is a mid-size city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 63,745. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
63,745 Population 4,859/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
39.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population63,745
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density4,859/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population63,745
Population Density4,859 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates23.5654°, 119.5863°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaiwan
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation39.5 inches (1,002 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Magong a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Magong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Magong has a population of 63,745 with a density of 4,859 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

63,745
Total Population
4,859
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
13.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Magong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Magong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magong is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Magong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Magong, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Magong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area13.1 sq mi (34.0 km²)
Population Density4,859/sq mi
Coordinates23.5654°N, 119.5863°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
March 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in Driest
December 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in

Magong has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 61°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and November the driest (0.7").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,859/sq mi
Total Area13.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Magong

What is the population of Magong?

Magong has a population of 63,745 residents and is located in Taiwan. The population density is 4,859 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Magong expensive to live in?

Magong is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Magong?

Magong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Magong?

The job market in Magong is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Magong?

35.0% of adults in Magong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Magong?

The obesity rate in Magong is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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