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Naju, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Naju is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 42,459. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
42,459 Population 182/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
50.5 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

Population42,459
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density182/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)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population42,459
Population Density182 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates35.0292°, 126.7175°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.4 inches (4 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Naju a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Naju 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. Naju 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

Naju enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Naju has a population of 42,459 with a density of 182 people per square mile, spread across 233.1 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

42,459
Total Population
182
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
233.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Naju vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Naju vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Naju 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: Naju 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 Naju, 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: Naju 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

Naju enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.4 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 82 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area233.1 sq mi (603.7 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates35.0292°N, 126.7175°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
March 44°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 7.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 10.0 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in Warmest
September 71°F (21°C) 5.5 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in Driest

Naju has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 33°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and December the driest (1.2").

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 Density182/sq mi
Total Area233.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Naju

What is the population of Naju?

Naju has a population of 42,459 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 182 people per square mile, spread across 233.1 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 Naju expensive to live in?

Naju 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 Naju?

Naju 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 78°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 1.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Naju?

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

How are the schools in Naju?

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

How healthy is Naju?

The obesity rate in Naju 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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