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Shek Lei, Hong Kong

Kwai Tsing District · 🇭🇰 Hong Kong

Shek Lei is a mid-size city in Kwai Tsing District, Hong Kong with a population of 31,788. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
31,788 Population
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hong Kong Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population31,788
Median Age47.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female45% / 55%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$50,562
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.0%
Population31,788
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates22.3661°, 114.1398°
TimezoneAsia/Hong_Kong
Country🇭🇰 Hong Kong
State / ProvinceKwai Tsing District
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,938 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age47.2 years

Is Shek Lei a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shek Lei 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. Shek Lei 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 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shek Lei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 76.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Shek Lei has a population of 31,788. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55% female and 45.1% male. 26.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

31,788
Total Population
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Shek Lei vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shek Lei vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shek Lei is N/A. Per capita income is $50,562 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 71.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shek Lei vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$50,562

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living71.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shek Lei, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Shek Lei 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

Shek Lei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 292 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 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.3 inches
101% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates22.3661°N, 114.1398°W
TimezoneAsia/Hong_Kong

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in Coldest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.8 in
April 71°F (22°C) 6.6 in
May 78°F (25°C) 11.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 13.3 in
July 85°F (29°C) 12.8 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 14.4 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 9.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 4.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in

Shek Lei has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 59°F in February to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 80.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.4") and January the driest (1.0").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shek Lei

What is the population of Shek Lei?

Shek Lei has a population of 31,788 residents and is located in Hong Kong.. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55% female and 45.1% male.

Is Shek Lei expensive to live in?

Shek Lei is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 71.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shek Lei?

Shek Lei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Shek Lei?

The job market in Shek Lei is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shek Lei?

45.0% of adults in Shek Lei hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shek Lei?

The obesity rate in Shek Lei is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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