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Yeongdong, South Korea

North Chungcheong · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Yeongdong is a mid-size city in North Chungcheong, South Korea with a population of 43,680. Elevation: 427 ft (130 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
43,680 Population
427 ft Elevation 130 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
49.5 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

Population43,680
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)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation427 ft (130 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population43,680
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Coordinates36.1750°, 127.7764°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceNorth Chungcheong
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation49.5 inches (1,256 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Yeongdong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yeongdong 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. Yeongdong 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

Yeongdong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Yeongdong has a population of 43,680. 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

43,680
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yeongdong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yeongdong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yeongdong 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: Yeongdong 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 Yeongdong, 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: Yeongdong 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

Yeongdong 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 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 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 427 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Coordinates36.1750°N, 127.7764°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-0°C) 1.4 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 6.2 in
July 76°F (24°C) 11.7 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 9.7 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 5.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in

Yeongdong has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 28°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.7") and January 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 Yeongdong

What is the population of Yeongdong?

Yeongdong has a population of 43,680 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 Yeongdong expensive to live in?

Yeongdong 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 Yeongdong?

Yeongdong 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 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Yeongdong?

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

How are the schools in Yeongdong?

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

How healthy is Yeongdong?

The obesity rate in Yeongdong 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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