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Magway, Myanmar

Magway · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Magway is a mid-size city in Magway, Myanmar with a population of 96,954. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
96,954 Population
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population96,954
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population96,954
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates20.1496°, 94.9325°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceMagway
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (815 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Magway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magway receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Magway has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Magway has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Magway has a population of 96,954. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

96,954
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Magway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Magway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magway is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Magway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Magway, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Magway has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates20.1496°N, 94.9325°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
March 83°F (29°C) 0.2 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.8 in Warmest
May 89°F (31°C) 4.9 in
June 85°F (29°C) 4.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 4.1 in
August 83°F (28°C) 4.6 in
September 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in

Magway has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 71°F in January to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (0.0").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Magway

What is the population of Magway?

Magway has a population of 96,954 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Magway expensive to live in?

Magway is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Magway?

Magway has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Magway?

Magway has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Magway?

20.4% of adults in Magway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Magway?

The obesity rate in Magway is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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