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Yangsan, South Korea

Gyeongsangnam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Yangsan is a large city in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea with a population of 358,074. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
358,074 Population 1,915/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.2 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

Population358,074
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,915/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population358,074
Population Density1,915 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates35.3420°, 129.0336°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangnam-do
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,350 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (7 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Yangsan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yangsan 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. Yangsan 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

Yangsan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Yangsan has a population of 358,074 with a density of 1,915 people per square mile, spread across 186.9 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

358,074
Total Population
1,915
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
186.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yangsan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yangsan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yangsan 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: Yangsan 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 Yangsan, 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: Yangsan 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

Yangsan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area186.9 sq mi (484.2 km²)
Population Density1,915/sq mi
Coordinates35.3420°N, 129.0336°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
June 67°F (20°C) 7.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 10.2 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 9.1 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
October 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
December 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest

Yangsan has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 32°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.2") and December the driest (0.9").

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 Density1,915/sq mi
Total Area186.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yangsan

What is the population of Yangsan?

Yangsan has a population of 358,074 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,915 people per square mile, spread across 186.9 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 Yangsan expensive to live in?

Yangsan 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 Yangsan?

Yangsan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Yangsan?

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

How are the schools in Yangsan?

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

How healthy is Yangsan?

The obesity rate in Yangsan 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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