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Pyongyang, North Korea

Pyongyang · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Pyongyang is a major city in Pyongyang, North Korea with a population of 3,222,000. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
3,222,000 Population
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population3,222,000
Median Age35.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population3,222,000
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates39.0339°, 125.7543°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvincePyongyang
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,361 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Pyongyang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pyongyang receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Pyongyang faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pyongyang experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Pyongyang has a population of 3,222,000. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,222,000
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pyongyang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pyongyang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pyongyang is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pyongyang vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pyongyang, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Pyongyang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall13.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates39.0339°N, 125.7543°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 11.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in Driest

Pyongyang has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F — from 23°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.0") and December the driest (0.7").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pyongyang

What is the population of Pyongyang?

Pyongyang has a population of 3,222,000 residents and is located in North Korea.. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Pyongyang expensive to live in?

Pyongyang is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pyongyang?

Pyongyang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Pyongyang?

Pyongyang has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Pyongyang?

6.0% of adults in Pyongyang hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pyongyang?

The obesity rate in Pyongyang is 10.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 9.1% of residents report depression.

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