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Nyingchi, China

Tibet · 🇨🇳 China

Nyingchi is a large city in Tibet, China with a population of 200,000. Elevation: 9,744 ft (2,970 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
200,000 Population
9,744 ft Elevation 2,970 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population200,000
Median Age39.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population200,000
Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Coordinates29.6489°, 94.3551°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceTibet
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Nyingchi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nyingchi receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Nyingchi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nyingchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Nyingchi has a population of 200,000. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

200,000
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Nyingchi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nyingchi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nyingchi is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above 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 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nyingchi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nyingchi, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Nyingchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9,744 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Coordinates29.6489°N, 94.3551°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.2 in
March 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
July 56°F (13°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.1 in

Nyingchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (0.1").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nyingchi

What is the population of Nyingchi?

Nyingchi has a population of 200,000 residents and is located in China.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Nyingchi expensive to live in?

Nyingchi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nyingchi?

Nyingchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Nyingchi?

Nyingchi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Nyingchi?

34.6% of adults in Nyingchi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nyingchi?

The obesity rate in Nyingchi is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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