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Yuktae-dong, North Korea

South Hamgyong · 🇰🇵 North Korea

Yuktae-dong is a mid-size city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 76,427. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
76,427 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.8%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
1% lower than US avg

People

Population76,427
Median Age35.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.6%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity10.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.3%
Depression9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI151 (Unhealthy)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population76,427
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates40.0247°, 128.1597°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Hamgyong
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (837 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Age35.9 years

Is Yuktae-dong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yuktae-dong receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Yuktae-dong faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Yuktae-dong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151.

Yuktae-dong has a population of 76,427. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

76,427
Total Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Yuktae-dong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yuktae-dong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yuktae-dong is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Yuktae-dong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Yuktae-dong, 10.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.5% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 4.8% report binge drinking. 9.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Yuktae-dong vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.8%
66% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.8%
Depression9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Yuktae-dong experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 151 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 20% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median151.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.9%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates40.0247°N, 128.1597°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
March 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
August 71°F (22°C) 7.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in

Yuktae-dong has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 22°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.3") and January the driest (0.7").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yuktae-dong

What is the population of Yuktae-dong?

Yuktae-dong has a population of 76,427 residents and is located in North Korea.. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Yuktae-dong expensive to live in?

Yuktae-dong is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Yuktae-dong?

Yuktae-dong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 151.

How is the job market in Yuktae-dong?

Yuktae-dong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Yuktae-dong?

6.0% of adults in Yuktae-dong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Yuktae-dong?

The obesity rate in Yuktae-dong is 10.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 9.1% of residents report depression.

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