Choose Country

T’aebaek, South Korea

Gangwon-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

T’aebaek is a mid-size city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 48,962. Elevation: 2,267 ft (691 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
48,962 Population 418/sq mi density
2,267 ft Elevation 691 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
53.6 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

Population48,962
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density418/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation2,267 ft (691 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population48,962
Population Density418 / sq mi
Elevation2,267 ft (691 m)
Coordinates37.1759°, 128.9889°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGangwon-do
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,362 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is T’aebaek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, T’aebaek 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. T’aebaek 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

T’aebaek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

T’aebaek has a population of 48,962 with a density of 418 people per square mile, spread across 117.2 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

48,962
Total Population
418
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
117.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

T’aebaek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

T’aebaek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in T’aebaek 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: T’aebaek 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 T’aebaek, 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: T’aebaek 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

T’aebaek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 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 2,267 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation2,267 ft (691 m)
Area117.2 sq mi (303.6 km²)
Population Density418/sq mi
Coordinates37.1759°N, 128.9889°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.0 in
March 33°F (1°C) 2.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 5.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 10.7 in Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 10.5 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 6.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in Driest

T’aebaek has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 20°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and December the driest (1.5").

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 Density418/sq mi
Total Area117.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About T’aebaek

What is the population of T’aebaek?

T’aebaek has a population of 48,962 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 418 people per square mile, spread across 117.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is T’aebaek expensive to live in?

T’aebaek is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in T’aebaek?

T’aebaek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in T’aebaek?

The job market in T’aebaek is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in T’aebaek?

44.6% of adults in T’aebaek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is T’aebaek?

The obesity rate in T’aebaek is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Santyoku 42,145 pop · 20.8 mi Donghae City 101,128 pop · 26.2 mi Neietsu 25,413 pop · 28.7 mi Yeongju 84,625 pop · 31.5 mi Pyeongchang 9,940 pop · 35.4 mi Gangneung 208,161 pop · 40.4 mi Andong 153,348 pop · 44.6 mi Yecheon 54,873 pop · 46.4 mi Jumunjin 20,600 pop · 50.2 mi Cheongsong gun 31,313 pop · 51.4 mi Wŏnju 332,849 pop · 58.7 mi Mungyeong 77,304 pop · 59.3 mi Chungju 209,483 pop · 60.0 mi Kunwi 34,293 pop · 69.0 mi
Compare T’aebaek with another city: