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Sŭngho 1-tong, North Korea

Pyongyang · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Sŭngho 1-tong is a mid-size city in Pyongyang, North Korea with a population of 39,841. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
39,841 Population
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.6 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

Population39,841
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population39,841
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates38.9914°, 125.9778°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvincePyongyang
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,056 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Sŭngho 1-tong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sŭngho 1-tong receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Sŭngho 1-tong 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

Sŭngho 1-tong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 20°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 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Sŭngho 1-tong has a population of 39,841. 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

39,841
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sŭngho 1-tong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sŭngho 1-tong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sŭngho 1-tong 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: Sŭngho 1-tong 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 Sŭngho 1-tong, 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: Sŭngho 1-tong 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

Sŭngho 1-tong experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 20°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 41.6 inches. The area receives 2.0 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 125 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates38.9914°N, 125.9778°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in Warmest
September 65°F (19°C) 5.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in

Sŭngho 1-tong has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F — from 20°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and February 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 Sŭngho 1-tong

What is the population of Sŭngho 1-tong?

Sŭngho 1-tong has a population of 39,841 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 Sŭngho 1-tong expensive to live in?

Sŭngho 1-tong 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 Sŭngho 1-tong?

Sŭngho 1-tong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 20°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 41.6 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Sŭngho 1-tong?

Sŭngho 1-tong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sŭngho 1-tong?

6.0% of adults in Sŭngho 1-tong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sŭngho 1-tong?

The obesity rate in Sŭngho 1-tong 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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