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Seogwipo, South Korea

Jeju-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Seogwipo is a large city in Jeju-do, South Korea with a population of 178,552. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
178,552 Population 531/sq mi density
226 ft Elevation 69 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
74.3 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

Population178,552
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density531/mi²
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain74.3 in/yr
Sunny Days201/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population178,552
Population Density531 / sq mi
Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Coordinates33.2533°, 126.5618°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeju-do
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation74.3 inches (1,887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Seogwipo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seogwipo 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. Seogwipo 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

Seogwipo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Seogwipo has a population of 178,552 with a density of 531 people per square mile, spread across 336.2 square miles. 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

178,552
Total Population
531
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
336.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Seogwipo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Seogwipo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seogwipo 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: Seogwipo 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 Seogwipo, 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: Seogwipo 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

Seogwipo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.3 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 226 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days201 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall74.3 inches
96% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area336.2 sq mi (870.7 km²)
Population Density531/sq mi
Coordinates33.2533°N, 126.5618°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 6.6 in
May 62°F (16°C) 7.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 10.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 12.0 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 10.6 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 7.4 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
November 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
December 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in Driest

Seogwipo has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 40°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 74.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.0") and December the driest (2.0").

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

Population Density531/sq mi
Total Area336.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Seogwipo

What is the population of Seogwipo?

Seogwipo has a population of 178,552 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 531 people per square mile, spread across 336.2 square miles. 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 Seogwipo expensive to live in?

Seogwipo 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 Seogwipo?

Seogwipo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Seogwipo?

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

How are the schools in Seogwipo?

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

How healthy is Seogwipo?

The obesity rate in Seogwipo 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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