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Taungup, Myanmar

Rakhine · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Taungup is a small city in Rakhine, Myanmar with a population of 26,854. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
26,854 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
175.8 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

Population26,854
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain175.8 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population26,854
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates18.8561°, 94.2408°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceRakhine
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation175.8 inches (4,464 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Taungup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taungup receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Taungup 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

Taungup has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 198 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 175.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Taungup has a population of 26,854. 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

26,854
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Taungup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taungup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taungup 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: Taungup 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 Taungup, 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: Taungup 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

Taungup has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 198 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 175.8 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall175.8 inches
363% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates18.8561°N, 94.2408°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in
May 85°F (29°C) 12.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 41.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 47.6 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 42.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 19.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in

Taungup has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 70°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 175.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (47.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Taungup

What is the population of Taungup?

Taungup has a population of 26,854 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 Taungup expensive to live in?

Taungup 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 Taungup?

Taungup has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 175.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Taungup?

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

How are the schools in Taungup?

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

How healthy is Taungup?

The obesity rate in Taungup 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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