Bachelor's+ 10.0%

70% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 8.0%

75% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.2%

67% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.7%

27% higher than US avg

People

Population196,731

Median Age24.4 yrs

Density130/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$2,067

Unemployment1.2%

Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity8.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking20.4%

Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)

AQI47 (Good)

Rain63.0 in/yr

Sunny Days222/yr

Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.0%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband63.6%

Population	196,731
Population Density	130 / sq mi
Elevation	571 ft (174 m)
Coordinates	17.9667°, 102.6000°
Timezone	Asia/Vientiane
Country	🇱🇦 Laos
State / Province	Vientiane Prefecture
Average Temperature	79°F (26°C)
January Average	72°F (22°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation	63.0 inches (1,601 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	24.4 years

Is Vientiane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vientiane receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Vientiane faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vientiane has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Vientiane has a population of 196,731 with a density of 130 people per square mile. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

196,731

Total Population

130

People / sq mi

24.4yrs

Median Age

37% below US avg

1,513.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%

Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Vientiane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Vientiane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vientiane is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Vientiane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$2,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.2%
	67% below US avg
Poverty Rate	15.7%
	27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	21.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Vientiane, 8.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% are current smokers. 7.4% report depression. 84.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	8.0%
	75% below US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.4%
	46% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	84.4%
Depression	7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	64.0%

Food & Exercise

Vientiane has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.0 inches. The area enjoys 222 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	79.4°F
	47% above US avg
January Average	72°F (22°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	63.0 inches
	66% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	47.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	85.6%

Geography

Elevation	571 ft (174 m)
Area	1,513.5 sq mi (3,920.0 km²)
Population Density	130/sq mi
Coordinates	17.9667°N, 102.6000°W
Timezone	Asia/Vientiane

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 63.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.0%
	70% below US avg
High School+	80.0%

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	130/sq mi
Total Area	1,513.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	63.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Vientiane, Laos

People

Economy

Health

Climate

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Community

Is Vientiane a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Vientiane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Vientiane vs U.S. Average

Income: Vientiane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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