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Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand

Nakhon Ratchasima · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Nakhon Ratchasima is a large city in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand with a population of 126,391. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
126,391 Population 8,729/sq mi density
614 ft Elevation 187 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population126,391
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density8,729/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,195
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.1%
Depression4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population126,391
Population Density8,729 / sq mi
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Coordinates14.9707°, 102.1020°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceNakhon Ratchasima
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Nakhon Ratchasima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nakhon Ratchasima receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Nakhon Ratchasima has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nakhon Ratchasima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Nakhon Ratchasima has a population of 126,391 with a density of 8,729 people per square mile, spread across 14.5 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

126,391
Total Population
8,729
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
14.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nakhon Ratchasima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nakhon Ratchasima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nakhon Ratchasima is N/A. Per capita income is $7,195 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nakhon Ratchasima vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nakhon Ratchasima, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.2% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 7.6% report binge drinking. 77.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Nakhon Ratchasima vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.6%
Physical Inactivity77.5%
Depression4.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Nakhon Ratchasima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area14.5 sq mi (37.5 km²)
Population Density8,729/sq mi
Coordinates14.9707°N, 102.1020°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
February 80°F (26°C) 0.7 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
April 85°F (30°C) 2.9 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 5.6 in
June 84°F (29°C) 4.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 4.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Nakhon Ratchasima has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 74°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (0.1").

22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density8,729/sq mi
Total Area14.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nakhon Ratchasima

What is the population of Nakhon Ratchasima?

Nakhon Ratchasima has a population of 126,391 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 8,729 people per square mile, spread across 14.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Nakhon Ratchasima expensive to live in?

Nakhon Ratchasima is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nakhon Ratchasima?

Nakhon Ratchasima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Nakhon Ratchasima?

The job market in Nakhon Ratchasima is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Nakhon Ratchasima?

22.1% of adults in Nakhon Ratchasima hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nakhon Ratchasima?

The obesity rate in Nakhon Ratchasima is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 77.5% are physically inactive. 4.8% of residents report depression.

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