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Shulin, Taiwan

Taipei · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Shulin is a large city in Taipei, Taiwan with a population of 180,044. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
180,044 Population 14,077/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
107.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population180,044
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density14,077/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain107.4 in/yr
Sunny Days145/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population180,044
Population Density14,077 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates24.9909°, 121.4220°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaipei
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation107.4 inches (2,729 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Shulin a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shulin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 145 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 107.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shulin has a population of 180,044 with a density of 14,077 people per square mile, spread across 12.8 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

180,044
Total Population
14,077
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
12.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shulin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shulin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shulin is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shulin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shulin, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Shulin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 145 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 107.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days145 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall107.4 inches
183% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.1 km²)
Population Density14,077/sq mi
Coordinates24.9909°N, 121.4220°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 6.6 in
March 61°F (16°C) 8.3 in
April 67°F (20°C) 7.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 10.7 in
June 77°F (25°C) 12.9 in
July 80°F (26°C) 11.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 14.0 in Wettest
September 76°F (25°C) 13.1 in
October 71°F (22°C) 8.9 in
November 65°F (19°C) 5.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in Driest

Shulin has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 56°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 107.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.0") and December the driest (4.5").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14,077/sq mi
Total Area12.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shulin

What is the population of Shulin?

Shulin has a population of 180,044 residents and is located in Taiwan. The population density is 14,077 people per square mile, spread across 12.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Shulin expensive to live in?

Shulin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shulin?

Shulin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 145 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Shulin?

The job market in Shulin is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shulin?

35.0% of adults in Shulin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shulin?

The obesity rate in Shulin is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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