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Mrauk U, Myanmar

Rakhine · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Mrauk U is a mid-size city in Rakhine, Myanmar with a population of 36,139. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
36,139 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
160.4 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

Population36,139
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain160.4 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population36,139
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates20.5900°, 93.1906°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceRakhine
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation160.4 inches (4,073 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Mrauk U a Good Place to Live?

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

Mrauk U has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 197 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 160.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mrauk U has a population of 36,139. 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

36,139
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mrauk U vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mrauk U vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mrauk U 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: Mrauk U 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 Mrauk U, 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: Mrauk U 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

Mrauk U has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 160.4 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above US avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall160.4 inches
322% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates20.5900°N, 93.1906°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
April 84°F (29°C) 2.3 in
May 85°F (29°C) 13.3 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 35.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 48.0 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 35.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 14.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
November 76°F (25°C) 3.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in

Mrauk U has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 69°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 160.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (48.0") and January the driest (0.0").

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 Mrauk U

What is the population of Mrauk U?

Mrauk U has a population of 36,139 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 Mrauk U expensive to live in?

Mrauk U 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 Mrauk U?

Mrauk U has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 160.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Mrauk U?

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

How are the schools in Mrauk U?

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

How healthy is Mrauk U?

The obesity rate in Mrauk U 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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