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Meiktila, Myanmar

Mandalay Region · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Meiktila is a large city in Mandalay Region, Myanmar with a population of 177,442. Elevation: 801 ft (244 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
177,442 Population
801 ft Elevation 244 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
32.2 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

Population177,442
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)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation801 ft (244 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population177,442
Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Coordinates20.8778°, 95.8584°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceMandalay Region
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Meiktila a Good Place to Live?

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

Meiktila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Meiktila has a population of 177,442. 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

177,442
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Meiktila vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Meiktila vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meiktila 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: Meiktila 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 Meiktila, 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: Meiktila 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

Meiktila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 83°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 32.2 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 801 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Coordinates20.8778°N, 95.8584°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 89°F (31°C) 0.8 in Warmest
May 87°F (30°C) 5.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 4.3 in
July 83°F (29°C) 3.2 in
August 83°F (28°C) 4.6 in
September 83°F (28°C) 6.1 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 5.5 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Meiktila has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 71°F in December to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and February 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 Meiktila

What is the population of Meiktila?

Meiktila has a population of 177,442 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 Meiktila expensive to live in?

Meiktila 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 Meiktila?

Meiktila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Meiktila?

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

How are the schools in Meiktila?

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

How healthy is Meiktila?

The obesity rate in Meiktila 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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