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Suncheon, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Suncheon is a large city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 276,375. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
276,375 Population 789/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
55.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population276,375
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density789/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population276,375
Population Density789 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates34.9505°, 127.4878°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation55.7 inches (1,415 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Suncheon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Suncheon receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Suncheon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Suncheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Suncheon has a population of 276,375 with a density of 789 people per square mile, spread across 350.3 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

276,375
Total Population
789
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
350.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Suncheon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Suncheon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Suncheon is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Suncheon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Suncheon, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Suncheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area350.3 sq mi (907.2 km²)
Population Density789/sq mi
Coordinates34.9505°N, 127.4878°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 33°F (0°C)
1.1"
Feb 35°F (2°C)
1.7"
Mar 44°F (6°C)
2.7"
Apr 54°F (12°C)
4.7"
May 62°F (17°C)
4.8"
Jun 70°F (21°C)
8.4"
Jul 76°F (24°C)
11.2"
Aug 78°F (25°C)
10.2"
Sep 69°F (21°C)
5.9"
Oct 59°F (15°C)
2.2"
Nov 47°F (8°C)
1.9"
Dec 37°F (3°C)
1.0"

The warmest month is August at 78°F, while the coldest is January at 33°F — a seasonal swing of 45°F. July sees the most rain (11.2"), while December is the driest (1.0").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density789/sq mi
Total Area350.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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