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Taunggyi, Myanmar

Shan State · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Taunggyi is a large city in Shan State, Myanmar with a population of 160,115. Elevation: 4,692 ft (1,430 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
160,115 Population
4,692 ft Elevation 1,430 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
66.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population160,115
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain66.7 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation4,692 ft (1,430 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population160,115
Elevation4,692 ft (1,430 m)
Coordinates20.7892°, 97.0378°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceShan State
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation66.7 inches (1,693 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Taunggyi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taunggyi receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Taunggyi has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Taunggyi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Taunggyi has a population of 160,115. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

160,115
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Taunggyi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taunggyi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taunggyi is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Taunggyi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Taunggyi, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Taunggyi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,692 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.7 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation4,692 ft (1,430 m)
Coordinates20.7892°N, 97.0378°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in Warmest
May 73°F (23°C) 8.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 11.2 in
August 70°F (21°C) 12.9 in Wettest
September 71°F (21°C) 11.1 in
October 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in

Taunggyi has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 59°F in January to 74°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 66.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.9") and January the driest (0.2").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taunggyi

What is the population of Taunggyi?

Taunggyi has a population of 160,115 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Taunggyi expensive to live in?

Taunggyi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Taunggyi?

Taunggyi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Taunggyi?

Taunggyi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Taunggyi?

20.4% of adults in Taunggyi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Taunggyi?

The obesity rate in Taunggyi is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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