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Muang Xay, Laos

Oudômxai · 🇱🇦 Laos

Muang Xay is a small city in Oudômxai, Laos with a population of 25,000. Elevation: 2,139 ft (652 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
25,000 Population
2,139 ft Elevation 652 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
64.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vientiane Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.0%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population25,000
Median Age24.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,067
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity8.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.4%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation2,139 ft (652 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population25,000
Elevation2,139 ft (652 m)
Coordinates20.6923°, 101.9837°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceOudômxai
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.1 inches (1,627 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Muang Xay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muang Xay receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Muang Xay faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Muang Xay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Muang Xay has a population of 25,000. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.3% male. 10.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,000
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Muang Xay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Muang Xay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muang Xay is N/A. Per capita income is $2,067 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 21.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Muang Xay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living21.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Muang Xay, 8.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 28.5% have high blood pressure. 20.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 84.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Muang Xay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.0%
75% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.4%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Muang Xay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,139 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation2,139 ft (652 m)
Coordinates20.6923°N, 101.9837°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
April 76°F (24°C) 3.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in
June 78°F (25°C) 9.4 in Warmest
July 77°F (25°C) 13.6 in
August 77°F (25°C) 15.2 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 6.9 in
October 73°F (23°C) 3.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Muang Xay has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 63°F in December to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.2") and January the driest (0.2").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 63.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Muang Xay

What is the population of Muang Xay?

Muang Xay has a population of 25,000 residents and is located in Laos.. The median age of residents is 24.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.3% male.

Is Muang Xay expensive to live in?

Muang Xay is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 21.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Muang Xay?

Muang Xay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Muang Xay?

The job market in Muang Xay is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Muang Xay?

10.0% of adults in Muang Xay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Muang Xay?

The obesity rate in Muang Xay is 8.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.4% of adults are smokers. 84.4% are physically inactive. 7.4% of residents report depression.

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