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Pong, Thailand

Phayao · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Pong is a small city in Phayao, Thailand with a population of 14,392. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
14,392 Population
984 ft Elevation 300 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population14,392
Median Age40.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,195
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.1%
Depression4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population14,392
Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Coordinates19.1493°, 100.2752°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvincePhayao
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Pong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pong receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Pong has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Pong has a population of 14,392. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,392
Total Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pong is N/A. Per capita income is $7,195 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pong, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.2% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 7.6% report binge drinking. 77.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.6%
Physical Inactivity77.5%
Depression4.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Pong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Coordinates19.1493°N, 100.2752°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 3.3 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in
June 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.8 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
October 78°F (25°C) 3.5 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Pong has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 68°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.2").

22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pong

What is the population of Pong?

Pong has a population of 14,392 residents and is located in Thailand.. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Pong expensive to live in?

Pong is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pong?

Pong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Pong?

The job market in Pong is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Pong?

22.1% of adults in Pong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pong?

The obesity rate in Pong is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 77.5% are physically inactive. 4.8% of residents report depression.

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