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Lowest Income in Shan State

Top 25 cities ranked by lowest income

Lowest Income — Shan State

1 Tangyan $1,233
2 Bawhan $1,233
3 Hsenwi $1,233
4 Inbawhkon $1,233
5 Pèkon $1,233
6 Pangkham $1,233
7 Laukkai $1,233
8 Nansang $1,233
9 Kutkai $1,233
10 Panglong $1,233
11 Lawksawk $1,233
12 Aungban $1,233
13 Namhkam $1,233
14 Yawnghwe $1,233
15 Möng Yawng $1,233
16 Kyaukme $1,233
17 Möng La $1,233
18 Tachilek $1,233
19 Kalaw $1,233
20 Heho $1,233
21 Möng Yang $1,233
22 Lashio $1,233
23 Taunggyi $1,233
24 Mu-se $1,233
25 Kēng Tung $1,233

Cities with the lowest median incomes in Shan State face economic challenges that affect residents' quality of life and access to opportunities. Tangyan has a median household income of $1,233.

Lower incomes in these cities may reflect limited local job markets, reliance on specific industries, or historical economic factors. However, many of these communities also have lower costs of living, which can partially offset the income difference.

Economic development initiatives, workforce training programs, and infrastructure investments are key strategies being pursued in many of these communities to raise income levels and attract new employers.

Did You Know?

  • 1. The median household in Tangyan earns $1,233 — 98% below the national median.
  • 2. Lower incomes don't always mean lower quality of life — many of these cities have significantly lower costs of living.
  • 3. College towns often appear on this list because student populations bring down the median household income statistics.

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