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Samut Sakhon, Thailand

Samut Sakhon · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Samut Sakhon is a mid-size city in Samut Sakhon, Thailand with a population of 63,498. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
63,498 Population 15,914/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
50.3 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

Population63,498
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density15,914/mi²
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 Temp83°F (29°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population63,498
Population Density15,914 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates13.5475°, 100.2736°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceSamut Sakhon
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation50.3 inches (1,277 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.1 years

Is Samut Sakhon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Samut Sakhon 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. Samut Sakhon 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

Samut Sakhon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 342 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Samut Sakhon has a population of 63,498 with a density of 15,914 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. 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

63,498
Total Population
15,914
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Samut Sakhon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Samut Sakhon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Samut Sakhon 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: Samut Sakhon 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 Samut Sakhon, 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: Samut Sakhon 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

Samut Sakhon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density15,914/sq mi
Coordinates13.5475°N, 100.2736°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.2 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.0 in Warmest
May 85°F (30°C) 5.6 in
June 84°F (29°C) 4.1 in
July 84°F (29°C) 4.8 in
August 83°F (28°C) 5.5 in
September 83°F (28°C) 9.7 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 9.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Samut Sakhon has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 78°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.7") and December 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

Population Density15,914/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Samut Sakhon

What is the population of Samut Sakhon?

Samut Sakhon has a population of 63,498 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 15,914 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Samut Sakhon expensive to live in?

Samut Sakhon 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 Samut Sakhon?

Samut Sakhon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Samut Sakhon?

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

How are the schools in Samut Sakhon?

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

How healthy is Samut Sakhon?

The obesity rate in Samut Sakhon 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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