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Narathiwat, Thailand

Narathiwat · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Narathiwat is a mid-size city in Narathiwat, Thailand with a population of 47,771. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
47,771 Population 16,473/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
87.9 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

Population47,771
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density16,473/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)
Rain87.9 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population47,771
Population Density16,473 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates6.4264°, 101.8231°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceNarathiwat
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation87.9 inches (2,232 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Narathiwat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Narathiwat receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Narathiwat 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

Narathiwat has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 198 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 87.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Narathiwat has a population of 47,771 with a density of 16,473 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 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

47,771
Total Population
16,473
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Narathiwat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Narathiwat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Narathiwat 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: Narathiwat 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 Narathiwat, 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: Narathiwat 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

Narathiwat has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 198 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 87.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall87.9 inches
131% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density16,473/sq mi
Coordinates6.4264°N, 101.8231°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
February 80°F (26°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
April 83°F (28°C) 3.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
November 79°F (26°C) 18.7 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 18.5 in Coldest

Narathiwat has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 79°F in December to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 87.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (18.7") and February the driest (2.0").

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 Density16,473/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Narathiwat

What is the population of Narathiwat?

Narathiwat has a population of 47,771 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 16,473 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Narathiwat expensive to live in?

Narathiwat 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 Narathiwat?

Narathiwat has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 87.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Narathiwat?

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

How are the schools in Narathiwat?

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

How healthy is Narathiwat?

The obesity rate in Narathiwat 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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