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Miryang, South Korea

Gyeongsangnam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Miryang is a mid-size city in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea with a population of 53,103. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
53,103 Population 172/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
50.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population53,103
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population53,103
Population Density172 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates35.4933°, 128.7489°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangnam-do
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation50.4 inches (1,281 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.0 inches (3 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Miryang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Miryang receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Miryang stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Miryang enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Miryang has a population of 53,103 with a density of 172 people per square mile, spread across 308.5 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

53,103
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
308.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Miryang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Miryang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Miryang is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Miryang vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Miryang, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Miryang vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Miryang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area308.5 sq mi (799.0 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates35.4933°N, 128.7489°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 7.5 in
July 76°F (25°C) 10.2 in Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 9.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in Driest

Miryang has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 33°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.2") and December the driest (0.8").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area308.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Miryang

What is the population of Miryang?

Miryang has a population of 53,103 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 308.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Miryang expensive to live in?

Miryang is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Miryang?

Miryang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 1.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Miryang?

The job market in Miryang is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Miryang?

44.6% of adults in Miryang hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Miryang?

The obesity rate in Miryang is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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