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Sanzhi, Taiwan

Taipei · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Sanzhi is a small city in Taipei, Taiwan with a population of 23,452. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
23,452 Population 920/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
123.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population23,452
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density920/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain123.2 in/yr
Sunny Days119/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population23,452
Population Density920 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates25.2578°, 121.5018°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaipei
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation123.2 inches (3,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Sanzhi a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sanzhi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 119 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 123.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sanzhi has a population of 23,452 with a density of 920 people per square mile, spread across 25.5 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

23,452
Total Population
920
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
25.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sanzhi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sanzhi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanzhi is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sanzhi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sanzhi, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Sanzhi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 119 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 123.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days119 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall123.2 inches
224% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area25.5 sq mi (66.0 km²)
Population Density920/sq mi
Coordinates25.2578°N, 121.5018°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 8.3 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 9.5 in
March 60°F (15°C) 9.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in Driest
May 71°F (22°C) 10.5 in
June 76°F (24°C) 11.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 15.4 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 13.3 in
November 64°F (18°C) 9.3 in
December 58°F (15°C) 8.2 in

Sanzhi has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 55°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 123.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.4") and April the driest (7.6").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density920/sq mi
Total Area25.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sanzhi

What is the population of Sanzhi?

Sanzhi has a population of 23,452 residents and is located in Taiwan. The population density is 920 people per square mile, spread across 25.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Sanzhi expensive to live in?

Sanzhi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sanzhi?

Sanzhi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 119 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 123.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Sanzhi?

The job market in Sanzhi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sanzhi?

35.0% of adults in Sanzhi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sanzhi?

The obesity rate in Sanzhi is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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