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Tai Po, Hong Kong

Tai Po · 🇭🇰 Hong Kong

Tai Po is a large city in Tai Po, Hong Kong with a population of 274,100. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
274,100 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hong Kong Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population274,100
Median Age47.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female45% / 55%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$50,562
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.0%
Population274,100
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates22.4501°, 114.1688°
TimezoneAsia/Hong_Kong
Country🇭🇰 Hong Kong
State / ProvinceTai Po
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,938 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age47.2 years

Is Tai Po a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tai Po 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. Tai Po 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 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tai Po has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 76.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Tai Po has a population of 274,100. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

274,100
Total Population
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Tai Po vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tai Po vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tai Po is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Tai Po vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$50,562

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living71.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Tai Po, 8.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% are current smokers. 8.5% report depression. 84.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tai Po vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Tai Po has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 76.3 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.3 inches
101% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates22.4501°N, 114.1688°W
TimezoneAsia/Hong_Kong
45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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