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Sariwŏn
City in North Hwanghae, North Korea
Overview
Sariwŏn is a lively city in North Hwanghae province, known for its historical roots and cultural attractions, including the famous Folklore Street. The city blends working-class energy with scenic natural escapes like Mt. Songak, offering a glimpse into everyday life in North Korea.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
North Korea
Province
North Hwanghae
Population
307,764
Time Zone
Asia/Pyongyang
Coordinates
38.51°, 125.76°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$520
Local Cost
$352
Local Income
$50
Cashless
5
English
5
Temperature
10.4°C
Summer Avg
23.5°C
Winter Avg
-3.7°C
Record High
37.5°C
Record Low
-23.9°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
962 mm
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
5
Transport
15
Walk Score
15
Footways
30.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 30/100.
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