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Malu, China

Gansu · 🇨🇳 China

Malu is a small city in Gansu, China with a population of 11,922. Elevation: 6,253 ft (1,906 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,922 Population
6,253 ft Elevation 1,906 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.7 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

Population11,922
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation6,253 ft (1,906 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population11,922
Elevation6,253 ft (1,906 m)
Coordinates34.9106°, 106.4548°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (626 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Malu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malu 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. Malu 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

Malu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Malu has a population of 11,922. 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

11,922
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Malu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malu 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: Malu 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 Malu, 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: Malu 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

Malu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.2 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 6,253 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation6,253 ft (1,906 m)
Coordinates34.9106°N, 106.4548°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 0.3 in
March 33°F (0°C) 0.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
November 33°F (0°C) 0.7 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.2 in Driest

Malu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 21°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and December the driest (0.2").

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 Malu

What is the population of Malu?

Malu has a population of 11,922 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 Malu expensive to live in?

Malu 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 Malu?

Malu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Malu?

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

How are the schools in Malu?

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

How healthy is Malu?

The obesity rate in Malu 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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