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Sinanju, North Korea

South Pyongan · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Sinanju is a small city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 15,693. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
15,693 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population15,693
Median Age35.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population15,693
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates39.5981°, 125.6097°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Pyongan
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Sinanju a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sinanju receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Sinanju faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sinanju experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Sinanju has a population of 15,693. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,693
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sinanju vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sinanju vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sinanju is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sinanju vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sinanju, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Sinanju experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates39.5981°N, 125.6097°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
March 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 10.7 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.1 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.4 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.6 in

Sinanju has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F — from 18°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (0.6").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sinanju

What is the population of Sinanju?

Sinanju has a population of 15,693 residents and is located in North Korea.. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Sinanju expensive to live in?

Sinanju is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sinanju?

Sinanju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Sinanju?

Sinanju has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sinanju?

6.0% of adults in Sinanju hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sinanju?

The obesity rate in Sinanju is 10.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 9.1% of residents report depression.

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