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Yeoju, South Korea

Gyeonggi-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Yeoju is a large city in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea with a population of 111,897. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
111,897 Population 476/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
50.8 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

Population111,897
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density476/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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population111,897
Population Density476 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates37.2958°, 127.6339°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGyeonggi-do
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation50.8 inches (1,291 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Yeoju a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yeoju 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. Yeoju 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

Yeoju experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Yeoju has a population of 111,897 with a density of 476 people per square mile, spread across 235.0 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

111,897
Total Population
476
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
235.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yeoju vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yeoju vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yeoju 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: Yeoju 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 Yeoju, 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: Yeoju 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

Yeoju experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 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 164 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area235.0 sq mi (608.7 km²)
Population Density476/sq mi
Coordinates37.2958°N, 127.6339°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
March 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
June 71°F (21°C) 5.6 in
July 76°F (24°C) 13.3 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 10.1 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 6.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Yeoju has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 25°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.3") and January 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 Density476/sq mi
Total Area235.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yeoju

What is the population of Yeoju?

Yeoju has a population of 111,897 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 476 people per square mile, spread across 235.0 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 Yeoju expensive to live in?

Yeoju 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 Yeoju?

Yeoju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Yeoju?

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

How are the schools in Yeoju?

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

How healthy is Yeoju?

The obesity rate in Yeoju 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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