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Wanju, South Korea

Jeollabuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Wanju is a mid-size city in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea with a population of 84,009. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
84,009 Population 265/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.8 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

Population84,009
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density265/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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population84,009
Population Density265 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates35.8451°, 127.1475°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollabuk-do
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,266 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Wanju a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wanju 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. Wanju 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

Wanju enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Wanju has a population of 84,009 with a density of 265 people per square mile, spread across 317.0 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

84,009
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
317.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wanju vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wanju vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wanju 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: Wanju 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 Wanju, 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: Wanju 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

Wanju enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 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 184 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area317.0 sq mi (821.0 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates35.8451°N, 127.1475°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.5 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in

Wanju has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 31°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (1.2").

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 Density265/sq mi
Total Area317.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wanju

What is the population of Wanju?

Wanju has a population of 84,009 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 265 people per square mile, spread across 317.0 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 Wanju expensive to live in?

Wanju 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 Wanju?

Wanju enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Wanju?

The job market in Wanju is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Wanju?

44.6% of adults in Wanju hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Wanju?

The obesity rate in Wanju 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.

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