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Nghĩa Lộ, Vietnam

Lao Cai · 🇻🇳 Vietnam

Nghĩa Lộ is a mid-size city in Lao Cai, Vietnam with a population of 68,206. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
68,206 Population 5,967/sq mi density
853 ft Elevation 260 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
62.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ho Chi Minh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

People

Population68,206
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density5,967/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,323
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.6%

Health

Obesity2.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.2%
Depression3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain62.1 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband78.1%
Population68,206
Population Density5,967 / sq mi
Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Coordinates21.6000°, 104.5167°
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Country🇻🇳 Vietnam
State / ProvinceLao Cai
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation62.1 inches (1,577 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.5 years

Is Nghĩa Lộ a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nghĩa Lộ receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Nghĩa Lộ 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 1.5%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nghĩa Lộ enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Nghĩa Lộ has a population of 68,206 with a density of 5,967 people per square mile, spread across 11.4 square miles. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. 15.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

68,206
Total Population
5,967
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Nghĩa Lộ vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nghĩa Lộ vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nghĩa Lộ is N/A. Per capita income is $4,323 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nghĩa Lộ vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nghĩa Lộ, 2.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.7% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.7% report binge drinking. 86.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Nghĩa Lộ vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.0%
94% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity86.3%
Depression3.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Nghĩa Lộ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.1 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.2%

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²)
Population Density5,967/sq mi
Coordinates21.6000°N, 104.5167°W
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
April 71°F (21°C) 3.8 in
May 76°F (25°C) 6.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 8.3 in Warmest
July 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in
August 78°F (25°C) 12.8 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 10.5 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in

Nghĩa Lộ has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 57°F in January to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 62.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.8") and January the driest (0.4").

37.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 78.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,967/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nghĩa Lộ

What is the population of Nghĩa Lộ?

Nghĩa Lộ has a population of 68,206 residents and is located in Vietnam. The population density is 5,967 people per square mile, spread across 11.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Nghĩa Lộ expensive to live in?

Nghĩa Lộ is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nghĩa Lộ?

Nghĩa Lộ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Nghĩa Lộ?

The job market in Nghĩa Lộ is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Nghĩa Lộ?

37.6% of adults in Nghĩa Lộ hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nghĩa Lộ?

The obesity rate in Nghĩa Lộ is 2.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 86.3% are physically inactive. 3.9% of residents report depression.

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