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Wulai, Taiwan

Taipei · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Wulai is a small city in Taipei, Taiwan with a population of 6,182. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,182 Population 50/sq mi density
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
122.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population6,182
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain122.1 in/yr
Sunny Days126/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population6,182
Population Density50 / sq mi
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates24.8640°, 121.5513°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaipei
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation122.1 inches (3,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Wulai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wulai receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Wulai offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wulai enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 126 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 122.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wulai has a population of 6,182 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 124.0 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,182
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
124.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wulai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wulai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wulai is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Wulai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Wulai, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Wulai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 126 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 122.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days126 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall122.1 inches
221% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area124.0 sq mi (321.1 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates24.8640°N, 121.5513°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 7.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 8.3 in
April 67°F (19°C) 7.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 11.0 in
June 76°F (25°C) 13.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 15.1 in
September 76°F (24°C) 16.1 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 12.4 in
November 65°F (18°C) 7.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 6.3 in

Wulai has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 56°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 122.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.1") and January the driest (6.1").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area124.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wulai

What is the population of Wulai?

Wulai has a population of 6,182 residents and is located in Taiwan. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 124.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Wulai expensive to live in?

Wulai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Wulai?

Wulai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 126 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Wulai?

The job market in Wulai is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Wulai?

35.0% of adults in Wulai hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Wulai?

The obesity rate in Wulai is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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