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Maha Sarakham, Thailand

Maha Sarakham · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Maha Sarakham is a mid-size city in Maha Sarakham, Thailand with a population of 51,584. Elevation: 509 ft (155 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
51,584 Population 5,535/sq mi density
509 ft Elevation 155 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
45.4 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

Population51,584
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density5,535/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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation509 ft (155 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population51,584
Population Density5,535 / sq mi
Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Coordinates16.1848°, 103.3007°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceMaha Sarakham
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Maha Sarakham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maha Sarakham receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Maha Sarakham 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

Maha Sarakham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Maha Sarakham has a population of 51,584 with a density of 5,535 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 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

51,584
Total Population
5,535
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Maha Sarakham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maha Sarakham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maha Sarakham 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: Maha Sarakham 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 Maha Sarakham, 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: Maha Sarakham 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

Maha Sarakham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. 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 509 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.1 km²)
Population Density5,535/sq mi
Coordinates16.1848°N, 103.3007°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.8 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 6.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 7.4 in
July 83°F (29°C) 6.1 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.6 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest

Maha Sarakham has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 73°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Density5,535/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Maha Sarakham

What is the population of Maha Sarakham?

Maha Sarakham has a population of 51,584 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 5,535 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Maha Sarakham expensive to live in?

Maha Sarakham 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 Maha Sarakham?

Maha Sarakham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Maha Sarakham?

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

How are the schools in Maha Sarakham?

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

How healthy is Maha Sarakham?

The obesity rate in Maha Sarakham 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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