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Pakse, Laos

Champasak Province · 🇱🇦 Laos

Pakse is a mid-size city in Champasak Province, Laos with a population of 88,332. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
88,332 Population
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
83.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vientiane 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 8.0%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population88,332
Median Age24.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,067
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity8.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.4%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain83.5 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population88,332
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates15.1202°, 105.7990°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceChampasak Province
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation83.5 inches (2,121 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Pakse a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pakse has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Pakse has a population of 88,332. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

88,332
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pakse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pakse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pakse is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Pakse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living21.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pakse, 8.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% are current smokers. 7.4% report depression. 84.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.0%
75% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.4%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Pakse has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 83.5 inches. The area enjoys 215 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.5 inches
120% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates15.1202°N, 105.7990°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 63.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Ban Bachiang 12,116 pop · 12.8 mi Champasak 12,994 pop · 16.6 mi Pakxong 5,000 pop · 29.1 mi Ban Laongam 21,304 pop · 34.2 mi Phibun Mangsahan 19,883 pop · 39.0 mi Ban Thatèng 1,500 pop · 44.5 mi Sawang Wirawong 7,773 pop · 47.9 mi Det Udom 35,669 pop · 50.3 mi Salavan 5,521 pop · 58.3 mi Warin Chamrap 43,102 pop · 62.6 mi Lamam 4,463 pop · 63.1 mi Sekong 35,000 pop · 63.6 mi Ubon Ratchathani 122,533 pop · 63.9 mi Muang Không 15,000 pop · 69.4 mi
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