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Sariwŏn-si, North Korea

North Hwanghae · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Sariwŏn-si is a large city in North Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 310,100. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
310,100 Population 4,274/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.1 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

Population310,100
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density4,274/mi²
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 Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population310,100
Population Density4,274 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates38.5072°, 125.7558°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceNorth Hwanghae
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,044 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Sariwŏn-si a Good Place to Live?

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

Sariwŏn-si experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Sariwŏn-si has a population of 310,100 with a density of 4,274 people per square mile, spread across 72.6 square miles. 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

310,100
Total Population
4,274
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
72.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sariwŏn-si vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sariwŏn-si vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sariwŏn-si 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: Sariwŏn-si 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 Sariwŏn-si, 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: Sariwŏn-si 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

Sariwŏn-si experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.1 inches. The area receives 2.0 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 66 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area72.6 sq mi (187.9 km²)
Population Density4,274/sq mi
Coordinates38.5072°N, 125.7558°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.3 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.3 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 5.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in

Sariwŏn-si has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 22°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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

Population Density4,274/sq mi
Total Area72.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sariwŏn-si

What is the population of Sariwŏn-si?

Sariwŏn-si has a population of 310,100 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 4,274 people per square mile, spread across 72.6 square miles. 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 Sariwŏn-si expensive to live in?

Sariwŏn-si 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 Sariwŏn-si?

Sariwŏn-si has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Sariwŏn-si?

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

How are the schools in Sariwŏn-si?

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

How healthy is Sariwŏn-si?

The obesity rate in Sariwŏn-si 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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