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Yeongam, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Yeongam is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 51,573. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
51,573 Population
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
53.3 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

Population51,573
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population51,573
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates34.8006°, 126.6967°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation53.3 inches (1,353 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Yeongam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yeongam 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. Yeongam 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

Yeongam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Yeongam has a population of 51,573. 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

51,573
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yeongam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yeongam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yeongam 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: Yeongam 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 Yeongam, 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: Yeongam 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

Yeongam experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 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 112 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates34.8006°N, 126.6967°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 8.1 in
July 76°F (24°C) 10.0 in Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 9.3 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in Driest

Yeongam has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 33°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and December the driest (1.1").

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 Yeongam

What is the population of Yeongam?

Yeongam has a population of 51,573 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 Yeongam expensive to live in?

Yeongam 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 Yeongam?

Yeongam has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Yeongam?

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

How are the schools in Yeongam?

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

How healthy is Yeongam?

The obesity rate in Yeongam 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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