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Phaknam, Cambodia

Ratanakiri · 🇰🇭 Cambodia

Phaknam is a small town in Ratanakiri, Cambodia with a population of 882. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
882 Population
331 ft Elevation 101 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
99.1 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

Population882
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)
Rain99.1 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.7%
Population882
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Coordinates14.0069°, 106.9110°
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh
Country🇰🇭 Cambodia
State / ProvinceRatanakiri
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation99.1 inches (2,517 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age26.4 years

Is Phaknam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Phaknam receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Phaknam 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

Phaknam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 82.

Phaknam has a population of 882. 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

882
Total Population
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Phaknam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Phaknam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phaknam 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: Phaknam 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 Phaknam, 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: Phaknam 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

Phaknam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.1 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 331 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall99.1 inches
161% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median82.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %62.9%

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Coordinates14.0069°N, 106.9110°W
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
May 83°F (28°C) 10.1 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 14.8 in
July 82°F (28°C) 22.8 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 21.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 18.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in

Phaknam has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 75°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 99.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (22.8") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Phaknam

What is the population of Phaknam?

Phaknam has a population of 882 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 Phaknam expensive to live in?

Phaknam 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 Phaknam?

Phaknam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82.

How is the job market in Phaknam?

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

How are the schools in Phaknam?

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

How healthy is Phaknam?

The obesity rate in Phaknam 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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