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Nangtaw, Myanmar

Shan State · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Nangtaw is a small town in Shan State, Myanmar with a population of 738. Elevation: 4,593 ft (1,400 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
738 Population
4,593 ft Elevation 1,400 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
52.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population738
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population738
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Coordinates21.7724°, 98.8756°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceShan State
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation52.8 inches (1,341 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Nangtaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nangtaw receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Nangtaw has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nangtaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Nangtaw has a population of 738. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

738
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nangtaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nangtaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nangtaw is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nangtaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nangtaw, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Nangtaw vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Nangtaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Coordinates21.7724°N, 98.8756°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 7.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.9 in
August 76°F (24°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 7.8 in
October 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in

Nangtaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 60°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and February the driest (0.2").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nangtaw

What is the population of Nangtaw?

Nangtaw has a population of 738 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Nangtaw expensive to live in?

Nangtaw is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nangtaw?

Nangtaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Nangtaw?

Nangtaw has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Nangtaw?

20.4% of adults in Nangtaw hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nangtaw?

The obesity rate in Nangtaw is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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