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Phuntsholing, Bhutan

Chukha · 🇧🇹 Bhutan

Phuntsholing is a small city in Chukha, Bhutan with a population of 27,658. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
27,658 Population 4,594/sq mi density
1,083 ft Elevation 330 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
135.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Thimphu 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 12.2%
62% lower than US avg

People

Population27,658
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density4,594/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,831
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity12.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain135.7 in/yr
Sunny Days177/yr
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.4%
Population27,658
Population Density4,594 / sq mi
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Coordinates26.8516°, 89.3884°
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu
Country🇧🇹 Bhutan
State / ProvinceChukha
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation135.7 inches (3,447 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Phuntsholing a Good Place to Live?

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

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

Phuntsholing enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 177 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 135.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Phuntsholing has a population of 27,658 with a density of 4,594 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.6% female and 53.5% male. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,658
Total Population
4,594
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Phuntsholing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Phuntsholing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phuntsholing is N/A. Per capita income is $3,831 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 30, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Phuntsholing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,831

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Phuntsholing, 12.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. 43.4% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.4% report binge drinking. 84.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.2%
62% below US avg
Diabetes11.8%
High Blood Pressure43.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.4%
Physical Inactivity84.1%
Depression3.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Phuntsholing enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 177 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 135.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days177 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall135.7 inches
257% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.7%

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²)
Population Density4,594/sq mi
Coordinates26.8516°N, 89.3884°W
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu
10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 88.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,594/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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