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Yecheon, South Korea

Gyeongsangbuk-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Yecheon is a mid-size city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 54,873. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
54,873 Population
302 ft Elevation 92 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.5 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

Population54,873
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population54,873
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates36.6574°, 128.4551°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeongsangbuk-do
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation45.5 inches (1,156 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Yecheon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yecheon 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. Yecheon 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

Yecheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Yecheon has a population of 54,873. 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

54,873
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yecheon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yecheon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yecheon 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: Yecheon 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 Yecheon, 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: Yecheon 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

Yecheon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The area receives 3.4 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 302 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates36.6574°N, 128.4551°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in
March 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in
July 76°F (25°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 8.9 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 5.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.0 in Driest

Yecheon has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 28°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (1.0").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yecheon

What is the population of Yecheon?

Yecheon has a population of 54,873 residents and is located in South Korea.. 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 Yecheon expensive to live in?

Yecheon 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 Yecheon?

Yecheon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Yecheon?

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

How are the schools in Yecheon?

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

How healthy is Yecheon?

The obesity rate in Yecheon 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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