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Rajin, North Korea

Rason · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Rajin is a mid-size city in Rason, North Korea with a population of 66,224. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
66,224 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
28.3 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

Population66,224
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population66,224
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates42.2556°, 130.2831°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceRason
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (718 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Rajin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rajin receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Rajin 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

Rajin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Rajin has a population of 66,224. 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

66,224
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rajin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rajin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rajin 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: Rajin 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 Rajin, 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: Rajin 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

Rajin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 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 52 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates42.2556°N, 130.2831°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 0.3 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
August 69°F (20°C) 7.1 in Warmest, Wettest
September 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 33°F (0°C) 0.9 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 0.4 in

Rajin has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 16°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.2").

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 Rajin

What is the population of Rajin?

Rajin has a population of 66,224 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 Rajin expensive to live in?

Rajin 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 Rajin?

Rajin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Rajin?

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

How are the schools in Rajin?

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

How healthy is Rajin?

The obesity rate in Rajin 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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