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Yiwu, China

Zhejiang · 🇨🇳 China

Yiwu is a major city in Zhejiang, China with a population of 1,481,384. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,481,384 Population 3,474/sq mi density
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
56.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
$12,951 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$12,951 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$350/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,951
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $350
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

People

Population1,481,384
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density3,474/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

B
Median Income$12,951
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.6%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$350
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population1,481,384
Population Density3,474 / sq mi
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates29.3151°, 120.0768°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceZhejiang
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation56.3 inches (1,431 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$12,951
Median Age39.0 years

Is Yiwu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yiwu receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Yiwu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yiwu is $12,951, 83% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Yiwu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Yiwu has a population of 1,481,384 with a density of 3,474 people per square mile, spread across 426.5 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,481,384
Total Population
3,474
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
426.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yiwu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yiwu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yiwu is $12,951, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Yiwu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,951
83% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $350 (70% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$350
70% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.7%
Renter-Occupied10.3%

Property Tax

In Yiwu, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Yiwu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Yiwu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area426.5 sq mi (1,104.5 km²)
Population Density3,474/sq mi
Coordinates29.3151°N, 120.0768°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
March 51°F (10°C) 5.0 in
April 62°F (16°C) 5.7 in
May 70°F (21°C) 7.3 in
June 76°F (24°C) 8.9 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 5.6 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in
September 74°F (24°C) 5.8 in
October 65°F (19°C) 3.2 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in Driest

Yiwu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 41°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.9") and December the driest (1.5").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,474/sq mi
Total Area426.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yiwu

What is the population of Yiwu?

Yiwu has a population of 1,481,384 residents and is located in China. The population density is 3,474 people per square mile, spread across 426.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Yiwu expensive to live in?

Yiwu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $12,951, 83% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Yiwu?

Yiwu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Yiwu?

Yiwu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Yiwu?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.

How are the schools in Yiwu?

34.6% of adults in Yiwu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Yiwu?

The obesity rate in Yiwu is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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