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Me Taw, Myanmar

Tanintharyi Region · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Me Taw is a small city in Tanintharyi Region, Myanmar with a population of 12,050. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,050 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
163.5 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

Population12,050
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)
Rain163.5 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population12,050
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates11.7172°, 98.6303°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceTanintharyi Region
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation163.5 inches (4,154 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Me Taw a Good Place to Live?

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

Me Taw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 176 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 163.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Me Taw has a population of 12,050. 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

12,050
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Me Taw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Me Taw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Me Taw 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: Me Taw 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 Me Taw, 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: Me Taw 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

Me Taw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 163.5 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall163.5 inches
330% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates11.7172°N, 98.6303°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in
March 82°F (28°C) 2.9 in
April 84°F (29°C) 4.5 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 16.3 in
June 80°F (27°C) 31.7 in
July 80°F (26°C) 33.0 in
August 80°F (26°C) 33.4 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 24.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.7 in
November 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.9 in Coldest

Me Taw has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 79°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 163.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (33.4") and January the driest (0.2").

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 Me Taw

What is the population of Me Taw?

Me Taw has a population of 12,050 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 Me Taw expensive to live in?

Me Taw 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 Me Taw?

Me Taw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 163.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Me Taw?

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

How are the schools in Me Taw?

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

How healthy is Me Taw?

The obesity rate in Me Taw 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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