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Pyeongchang, South Korea

Gangwon-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Pyeongchang is a small city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 9,940. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
9,940 Population 18/sq mi density
984 ft Elevation 300 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population9,940
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population9,940
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Coordinates37.3703°, 128.3931°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGangwon-do
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,313 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Pyeongchang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pyeongchang receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Pyeongchang stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pyeongchang experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pyeongchang has a population of 9,940 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 565.3 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,940
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
565.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pyeongchang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pyeongchang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pyeongchang is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pyeongchang vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pyeongchang, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Pyeongchang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area565.3 sq mi (1,464.2 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates37.3703°N, 128.3931°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 26°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
March 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
June 65°F (19°C) 5.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 11.7 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 10.7 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 6.3 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in

Pyeongchang has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 21°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (1.2").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area565.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pyeongchang

What is the population of Pyeongchang?

Pyeongchang has a population of 9,940 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 565.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Pyeongchang expensive to live in?

Pyeongchang is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pyeongchang?

Pyeongchang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Pyeongchang?

The job market in Pyeongchang is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Pyeongchang?

44.6% of adults in Pyeongchang hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pyeongchang?

The obesity rate in Pyeongchang is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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