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Seoul · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Seoul is a major city in Seoul, South Korea with a population of 10,349,312. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
10,349,312 Population 44,287/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
64.3 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

Population10,349,312
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density44,287/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population10,349,312
Population Density44,287 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates37.5660°, 126.9784°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceSeoul
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,632 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Seoul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seoul 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Seoul 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

Seoul experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Seoul has a population of 10,349,312 with a density of 44,287 people per square mile, spread across 233.7 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

10,349,312
Total Population
44,287
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
233.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Seoul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Seoul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seoul 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: Seoul 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 Seoul, 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: Seoul 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

Seoul experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 272 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 64.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. 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 125 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.3 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area233.7 sq mi (605.3 km²)
Population Density44,287/sq mi
Coordinates37.5660°N, 126.9784°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
June 71°F (21°C) 5.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 12.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 12.2 in
September 69°F (20°C) 5.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.0 in

Seoul has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.5") and January the driest (0.9").

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 Density44,287/sq mi
Total Area233.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Seoul

What is the population of Seoul?

Seoul has a population of 10,349,312 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 44,287 people per square mile, spread across 233.7 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 Seoul expensive to live in?

Seoul 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 Seoul?

Seoul has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Seoul?

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

How are the schools in Seoul?

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

How healthy is Seoul?

The obesity rate in Seoul 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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