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Yishun New Town, Singapore

🇸🇬 Singapore

Yishun New Town is a large city in Singapore with a population of 221,610. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
221,610 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
104.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Singapore Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 13.9%
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg

People

Population221,610
Median Age42.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$85,412
Unemployment2.8%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity13.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.1%
Depression9.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI5 (Good)
Rain104.2 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.3%
Population221,610
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates1.4333°, 103.8311°
TimezoneAsia/Singapore
Country🇸🇬 Singapore
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation104.2 inches (2,646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.2 years

Is Yishun New Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yishun New Town receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Yishun New Town offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Yishun New Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 104.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 5.

Yishun New Town has a population of 221,610. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

221,610
Total Population
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Yishun New Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yishun New Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yishun New Town is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Yishun New Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$85,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Yishun New Town, 13.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.1% are current smokers. 9.6% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Yishun New Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity13.9%
57% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
High Blood Pressure31.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Yishun New Town has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 104.2 inches. The area enjoys 327 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 5.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall104.2 inches
174% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median5.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.0%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates1.4333°N, 103.8311°W
TimezoneAsia/Singapore
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 94.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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