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Wŏnju, South Korea

Gangwon-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Wŏnju is a large city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 332,849. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
332,849 Population 994/sq mi density
436 ft Elevation 133 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
50.6 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

Population332,849
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density994/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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population332,849
Population Density994 / sq mi
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates37.3514°, 127.9453°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGangwon-do
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation50.6 inches (1,284 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.9 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Wŏnju a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wŏnju 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. Wŏnju 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

Wŏnju experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Wŏnju has a population of 332,849 with a density of 994 people per square mile, spread across 335.0 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

332,849
Total Population
994
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
335.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wŏnju vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wŏnju vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wŏnju 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: Wŏnju 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 Wŏnju, 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: Wŏnju 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

Wŏnju experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 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 436 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area335.0 sq mi (867.6 km²)
Population Density994/sq mi
Coordinates37.3514°N, 127.9453°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
May 62°F (16°C) 3.7 in
June 69°F (21°C) 5.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 13.3 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 10.5 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.0 in

Wŏnju has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 24°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (0.8").

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 Density994/sq mi
Total Area335.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wŏnju

What is the population of Wŏnju?

Wŏnju has a population of 332,849 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 994 people per square mile, spread across 335.0 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 Wŏnju expensive to live in?

Wŏnju 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 Wŏnju?

Wŏnju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Wŏnju?

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

How are the schools in Wŏnju?

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

How healthy is Wŏnju?

The obesity rate in Wŏnju 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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