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Mawlamyine, Myanmar

Mon · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Mawlamyine is a large city in Mon, Myanmar with a population of 438,861. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
438,861 Population
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
193.0 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

Population438,861
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain193.0 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population438,861
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates16.4905°, 97.6283°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceMon
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation193.0 inches (4,902 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Mawlamyine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mawlamyine receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Mawlamyine 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

Mawlamyine has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 194 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 193.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mawlamyine has a population of 438,861. 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

438,861
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mawlamyine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mawlamyine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mawlamyine 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: Mawlamyine 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 Mawlamyine, 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: Mawlamyine 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

Mawlamyine has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 193.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 171 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall193.0 inches
408% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates16.4905°N, 97.6283°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 85°F (30°C) 3.1 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 20.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 37.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 48.1 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 44.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 28.2 in
October 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in

Mawlamyine has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 77°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 193.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (48.1") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Mawlamyine

What is the population of Mawlamyine?

Mawlamyine has a population of 438,861 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 Mawlamyine expensive to live in?

Mawlamyine 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 Mawlamyine?

Mawlamyine has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 193.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Mawlamyine?

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

How are the schools in Mawlamyine?

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

How healthy is Mawlamyine?

The obesity rate in Mawlamyine 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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