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Sinp’o, North Korea

South Hamgyong · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Sinp’o is a large city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 152,759. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
152,759 Population 9,202/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.7 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

Population152,759
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density9,202/mi²
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population152,759
Population Density9,202 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates40.0397°, 128.1943°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Hamgyong
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.7 inches (831 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Sinp’o a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sinp’o receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Sinp’o 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

Sinp’o experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Sinp’o has a population of 152,759 with a density of 9,202 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. 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

152,759
Total Population
9,202
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
16.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sinp’o vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sinp’o vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sinp’o 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: Sinp’o 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 Sinp’o, 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: Sinp’o 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

Sinp’o experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.7 inches. The area receives 2.4 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 128 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area16.6 sq mi (43.0 km²)
Population Density9,202/sq mi
Coordinates40.0397°N, 128.1943°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
March 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
July 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in Warmest, Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in

Sinp’o has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 24°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.7").

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

Population Density9,202/sq mi
Total Area16.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sinp’o

What is the population of Sinp’o?

Sinp’o has a population of 152,759 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 9,202 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. 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 Sinp’o expensive to live in?

Sinp’o 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 Sinp’o?

Sinp’o has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Sinp’o?

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

How are the schools in Sinp’o?

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

How healthy is Sinp’o?

The obesity rate in Sinp’o 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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