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Namsa, South Korea

Jeollabuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Namsa is a small city in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea with a population of 23,587. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23,587 Population
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.8 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

Population23,587
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population23,587
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates35.9333°, 127.0500°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollabuk-do
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,266 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Namsa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Namsa 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. Namsa 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

Namsa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Namsa has a population of 23,587. 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

23,587
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Namsa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Namsa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Namsa 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: Namsa 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 Namsa, 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: Namsa 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

Namsa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 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 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates35.9333°N, 127.0500°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.5 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in

Namsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 31°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and January 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Namsa

What is the population of Namsa?

Namsa has a population of 23,587 residents and is located in South Korea.. 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 Namsa expensive to live in?

Namsa 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 Namsa?

Namsa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Namsa?

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

How are the schools in Namsa?

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

How healthy is Namsa?

The obesity rate in Namsa 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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