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Zhubei, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Zhubei is a large city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 212,695. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
212,695 Population 11,764/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
75.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei 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 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population212,695
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density11,764/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain75.5 in/yr
Sunny Days199/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population212,695
Population Density11,764 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates24.8383°, 121.0078°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaiwan
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation75.5 inches (1,917 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Zhubei a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zhubei receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Zhubei 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 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Zhubei enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 199 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 75.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Zhubei has a population of 212,695 with a density of 11,764 people per square mile, spread across 18.1 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

212,695
Total Population
11,764
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
18.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Zhubei vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zhubei vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zhubei is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Zhubei vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Zhubei, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Zhubei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 199 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days199 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.5 inches
99% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area18.1 sq mi (46.8 km²)
Population Density11,764/sq mi
Coordinates24.8383°N, 121.0078°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 6.1 in
March 62°F (16°C) 8.3 in
April 69°F (20°C) 7.1 in
May 74°F (23°C) 9.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
September 78°F (26°C) 7.3 in
October 73°F (23°C) 4.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Driest
December 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in

Zhubei has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 75.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.0") and November the driest (2.7").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11,764/sq mi
Total Area18.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zhubei

What is the population of Zhubei?

Zhubei has a population of 212,695 residents and is located in Taiwan. The population density is 11,764 people per square mile, spread across 18.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Zhubei expensive to live in?

Zhubei is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Zhubei?

Zhubei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Zhubei?

The job market in Zhubei is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Zhubei?

35.0% of adults in Zhubei hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Zhubei?

The obesity rate in Zhubei is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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