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Sainyabuli, Laos

Xiagnabouli · 🇱🇦 Laos

Sainyabuli is a small city in Xiagnabouli, Laos with a population of 13,500. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
13,500 Population
958 ft Elevation 292 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
51.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vientiane 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 8.0%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population13,500
Median Age24.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,067
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity8.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.4%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI47 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband63.6%
Population13,500
Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates19.2576°, 101.7103°
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Country🇱🇦 Laos
State / ProvinceXiagnabouli
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,305 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.4 years

Is Sainyabuli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainyabuli receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Sainyabuli faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

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

Sainyabuli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Sainyabuli has a population of 13,500. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.3% male. 10.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,500
Total Population
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainyabuli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sainyabuli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainyabuli is N/A. Per capita income is $2,067 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 21.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sainyabuli vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living21.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sainyabuli, 8.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 28.5% have high blood pressure. 20.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 84.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.0%
75% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.4%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Sainyabuli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 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 958 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above US avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.6%

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates19.2576°N, 101.7103°W
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
April 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 8.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 8.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Sainyabuli has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 68°F in December to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.4").

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. 63.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sainyabuli

What is the population of Sainyabuli?

Sainyabuli has a population of 13,500 residents and is located in Laos.. The median age of residents is 24.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.3% male.

Is Sainyabuli expensive to live in?

Sainyabuli is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 21.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sainyabuli?

Sainyabuli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Sainyabuli?

The job market in Sainyabuli is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sainyabuli?

10.0% of adults in Sainyabuli hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sainyabuli?

The obesity rate in Sainyabuli is 8.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.4% of adults are smokers. 84.4% are physically inactive. 7.4% of residents report depression.

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