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P’yŏngsŏng, North Korea

South Pyongan · 🇰🇵 North Korea

P’yŏngsŏng is a mid-size city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 100,000. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
100,000 Population
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population100,000
Median Age35.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population100,000
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates39.2464°, 125.8719°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Pyongan
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,056 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is P’yŏngsŏng a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, P’yŏngsŏng receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. P’yŏngsŏng faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

P’yŏngsŏng experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

P’yŏngsŏng has a population of 100,000. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

100,000
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

P’yŏngsŏng vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

P’yŏngsŏng vs U.S. Average

The median household income in P’yŏngsŏng is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: P’yŏngsŏng vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In P’yŏngsŏng, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: P’yŏngsŏng vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

P’yŏngsŏng experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.6 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates39.2464°N, 125.8719°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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