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Sanmenxia, China

Henan · 🇨🇳 China

Sanmenxia is a major city in Henan, China with a population of 669,307. Elevation: 1,263 ft (385 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
669,307 Population 174/sq mi density
1,263 ft Elevation 385 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
23.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population669,307
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population669,307
Population Density174 / sq mi
Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)
Coordinates34.7808°, 111.1929°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceHenan
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation23.0 inches (585 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Sanmenxia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sanmenxia receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sanmenxia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sanmenxia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Sanmenxia has a population of 669,307 with a density of 174 people per square mile, spread across 3,836.2 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

669,307
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3,836.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sanmenxia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sanmenxia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanmenxia is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above 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 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sanmenxia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sanmenxia, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Sanmenxia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,263 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.0 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)
Area3,836.2 sq mi (9,935.8 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates34.7808°N, 111.1929°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 37°F (3°C) 0.3 in
March 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 2.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
November 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.2 in

Sanmenxia has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 31°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (0.2").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area3,836.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sanmenxia

What is the population of Sanmenxia?

Sanmenxia has a population of 669,307 residents and is located in China. The population density is 174 people per square mile, spread across 3,836.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Sanmenxia expensive to live in?

Sanmenxia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sanmenxia?

Sanmenxia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Sanmenxia?

Sanmenxia has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sanmenxia?

34.6% of adults in Sanmenxia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sanmenxia?

The obesity rate in Sanmenxia is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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