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Shanghai · 🇨🇳 China

Shanghai is a major city in Shanghai, China with a population of 24,874,500. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
24,874,500 Population 10,160/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population24,874,500
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density10,160/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population24,874,500
Population Density10,160 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates31.2222°, 121.4581°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceShanghai
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,049 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Shanghai a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shanghai enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Shanghai has a population of 24,874,500 with a density of 10,160 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

24,874,500
Total Population
10,160
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2,448.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shanghai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shanghai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shanghai is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Shanghai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shanghai, 8.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% are current smokers. 8.5% report depression. 84.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Shanghai has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area2,448.3 sq mi (6,341.0 km²)
Population Density10,160/sq mi
Coordinates31.2222°N, 121.4581°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10,160/sq mi
Total Area2,448.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Zhabei 840,000 pop · 2.5 mi Pengpu 152,725 pop · 4.6 mi Changzheng 229,925 pop · 5.5 mi Qibao 283,352 pop · 7.7 mi Jinqiao 28,000 pop · 8.7 mi Songjiang 130,218 pop · 19.0 mi Zhujiajiao 60,000 pop · 25.0 mi Taicang 831,113 pop · 26.5 mi Kunshan 2,092,496 pop · 31.6 mi Zhouzhuang 22,000 pop · 37.0 mi Jiashan 137,112 pop · 40.7 mi Huilong 74,818 pop · 42.3 mi Songling 77,566 pop · 43.8 mi Suzhou 6,715,559 pop · 51.3 mi
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