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Mungyeong, South Korea

Gyeongsangbuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Mungyeong is a mid-size city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 77,304. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
77,304 Population 220/sq mi density
256 ft Elevation 78 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
46.7 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

Population77,304
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density220/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population77,304
Population Density220 / sq mi
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Coordinates36.5946°, 128.1995°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangbuk-do
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,186 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Mungyeong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mungyeong 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. Mungyeong 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

Mungyeong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mungyeong has a population of 77,304 with a density of 220 people per square mile, spread across 352.0 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

77,304
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
352.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mungyeong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mungyeong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mungyeong 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: Mungyeong 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 Mungyeong, 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: Mungyeong 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

Mungyeong experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 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 256 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area352.0 sq mi (911.7 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates36.5946°N, 128.1995°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in
March 42°F (5°C) 2.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
July 76°F (25°C) 11.1 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 9.0 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 5.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.0 in

Mungyeong has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 28°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and January the driest (1.0").

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 Density220/sq mi
Total Area352.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mungyeong

What is the population of Mungyeong?

Mungyeong has a population of 77,304 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 220 people per square mile, spread across 352.0 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 Mungyeong expensive to live in?

Mungyeong 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 Mungyeong?

Mungyeong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Mungyeong?

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

How are the schools in Mungyeong?

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

How healthy is Mungyeong?

The obesity rate in Mungyeong 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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