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Seodong, South Korea

Jeju-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Seodong is a mid-size city in Jeju-do, South Korea with a population of 42,569. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
42,569 Population
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
72.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population42,569
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain72.6 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population42,569
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates33.4844°, 126.4925°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeju-do
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation72.6 inches (1,843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Seodong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seodong receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Seodong stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Seodong enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Seodong has a population of 42,569. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

42,569
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Seodong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Seodong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seodong is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Seodong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Seodong, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Seodong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.6 inches
91% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates33.4844°N, 126.4925°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 4.6 in
April 53°F (11°C) 6.4 in
May 60°F (15°C) 7.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 10.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 11.8 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 10.3 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 7.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in Driest

Seodong has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 37°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 72.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.8") and December the driest (2.1").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Seodong

What is the population of Seodong?

Seodong has a population of 42,569 residents and is located in South Korea.. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Seodong expensive to live in?

Seodong is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Seodong?

Seodong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Seodong?

The job market in Seodong is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Seodong?

44.6% of adults in Seodong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Seodong?

The obesity rate in Seodong is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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