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Pak Thum, Cambodia

Ratanakiri · 🇰🇭 Cambodia

Pak Thum is a small town in Ratanakiri, Cambodia with a population of 956. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
956 Population
719 ft Elevation 219 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
93.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Phnom Penh Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 4.4%
86% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population956
Median Age26.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,430
Unemployment0.3%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity4.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.9%
Depression5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI82 (Moderate)
Rain93.2 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+71.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.7%
Population956
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Coordinates13.7429°, 107.4358°
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh
Country🇰🇭 Cambodia
State / ProvinceRatanakiri
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation93.2 inches (2,366 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age26.4 years

Is Pak Thum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pak Thum receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Pak Thum faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pak Thum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 93.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 82.

Pak Thum has a population of 956. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 62.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

956
Total Population
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Pak Thum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pak Thum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pak Thum is N/A. Per capita income is $2,430 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 33, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pak Thum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pak Thum, 4.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 25.7% have high blood pressure. 12.9% are current smokers. 5.4% report binge drinking. 91.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Pak Thum vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity4.4%
86% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure25.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.4%
Physical Inactivity91.6%
Depression5.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.0%

Food & Exercise

Pak Thum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 93.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 82 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 63% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall93.2 inches
145% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median82.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %62.9%

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Coordinates13.7429°N, 107.4358°W
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 9.6 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 20.9 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 19.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 17.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 7.9 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in

Pak Thum has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 74°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.9") and January the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school. 60.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+71.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pak Thum

What is the population of Pak Thum?

Pak Thum has a population of 956 residents and is located in Cambodia.. The median age of residents is 26.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Pak Thum expensive to live in?

Pak Thum is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pak Thum?

Pak Thum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 93.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82.

How is the job market in Pak Thum?

The job market in Pak Thum is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Pak Thum?

10.0% of adults in Pak Thum hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pak Thum?

The obesity rate in Pak Thum is 4.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.9% of adults are smokers. 91.6% are physically inactive. 5.0% of residents report depression.

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