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Sunch’ŏn, North Korea

South Pyongan · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Sunch’ŏn is a large city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 437,000. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
437,000 Population
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
41.2 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

Population437,000
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)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population437,000
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates39.4317°, 125.9328°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Pyongan
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.2 inches (1,046 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Sunch’ŏn a Good Place to Live?

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

Sunch’ŏn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Sunch’ŏn has a population of 437,000. 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

437,000
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunch’ŏn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sunch’ŏn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunch’ŏn 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: Sunch’ŏn 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 Sunch’ŏn, 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: Sunch’ŏn 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

Sunch’ŏn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.2 inches. The area receives 2.1 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 236 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates39.4317°N, 125.9328°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
June 69°F (21°C) 4.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 4.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in

Sunch’ŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F — from 19°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and February 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

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sunch’ŏn

What is the population of Sunch’ŏn?

Sunch’ŏn has a population of 437,000 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 Sunch’ŏn expensive to live in?

Sunch’ŏn 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 Sunch’ŏn?

Sunch’ŏn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Sunch’ŏn?

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

How are the schools in Sunch’ŏn?

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

How healthy is Sunch’ŏn?

The obesity rate in Sunch’ŏn 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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