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Sinŭiju, North Korea

P'yŏngan-bukto · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Sinŭiju is a large city in P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea with a population of 288,112. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
288,112 Population 570/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
38.4 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

Population288,112
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density570/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)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population288,112
Population Density570 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates40.1006°, 124.3981°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceP'yŏngan-bukto
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (974 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.5 inches (4 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Sinŭiju a Good Place to Live?

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

Sinŭiju experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Sinŭiju has a population of 288,112 with a density of 570 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

288,112
Total Population
570
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
505.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sinŭiju vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sinŭiju vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sinŭiju is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Sinŭiju 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 Sinŭiju, 10.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% are current smokers. 9.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Sinŭiju 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

Sinŭiju has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area505.4 sq mi (1,309.0 km²)
Population Density570/sq mi
Coordinates40.1006°N, 124.3981°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg).

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 Density570/sq mi
Total Area505.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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