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Aizawl, India

Mizoram · India

Aizawl is a large city in Mizoram, India with a population of 293,416. Elevation: 3,543 ft (1,080 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
293,416 Population 1,663/sq mi density
3,543 ft Elevation 1,080 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
83.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,000 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$2,000 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population293,416
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density1,663/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,000
Per Capita$1,900
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units117,366
Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain83.7 in/yr
Sunny Days191/yr
Elevation3,543 ft (1,080 m)
Population293,416
Population Density1,663 / sq mi
Elevation3,543 ft (1,080 m)
Coordinates23.7289°, 92.7179°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMizoram
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation83.7 inches (2,127 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,000
Median Age26.0 years

About Aizawl

Aizawl is a large city in India (Mizoram) with a population of 293,416. The city sits at an elevation of 3,543 feet (1,080 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Aizawl has a population of 293,416 with a density of 1,663 people per square mile, spread across 176.5 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

293,416
Total Population
1,663
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
176.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Aizawl vs India Average

The median household income in Aizawl is $2,000, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $37, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 31 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Income: Aizawl vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,000
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,900
Avg Weekly Wage$37

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above India avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below India avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Restaurants1
Healthcare16
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Aizawl is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 117,366 total housing units in the city. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units117,366

Property Tax

Climate in Aizawl

Aizawl has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is May (26.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2552 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 6.9° / 25.1° 16.2
Feb 18.4°C / 65°F 7.7° / 29.3° 21.8
Mar 23.3°C / 74°F 12.9° / 34.2° 65.1
Apr 26.2°C / 79°F 18° / 35.9° 104.0
May 26.2°C / 79°F 20.1° / 35.1° 333.5
Jun 25.7°C / 78°F 21.1° / 31.4° 431.2
Jul 25.9°C / 79°F 21.9° / 31.4° 468.2
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 21.6° / 31.3° 459.1
Sep 25.5°C / 78°F 21.4° / 31° 331.4
Oct 24°C / 75°F 18.2° / 29.4° 245.4
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 12.1° / 27.3° 53.4
Dec 16.8°C / 62°F 8.4° / 25.2° 23.3
Aizawl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 191 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,543 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days191 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,543 ft (1,080 m)
Area176.5 sq mi (457.0 km²)
Population Density1,663/sq mi
Coordinates23.7289°N, 92.7179°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.7"
120% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 16.34"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

214 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.1 on May 27, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 138 km
Jul 26, 2003 44 km SE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M5.7 106 km
Jan 3, 2017 18 km ENE of ?mb?sa, India M5.7 78 km
Jun 21, 2020 22 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.6 87 km
Dec 4, 1991 47 km SE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.5 133 km
Jul 27, 2003 41 km W of Lunglei, India M5.5 108 km
May 11, 1991 10 km SSE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.4 116 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 86 km
Jan 21, 2022 23 km NE of Falam, Myanmar M5.4 133 km
Dec 20, 1991 12 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.4 117 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 147 km
Jul 31, 1997 27 km ESE of Darlawn, India M5.3 48 km
Nov 15, 1990 13 km S of Darlawn, India M5.2 29 km
Mar 3, 2001 48 km S of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.2 101 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 117 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 141 km
Aug 2, 2017 5 km WSW of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.1 113 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 134 km
Mar 25, 2006 34 km NNE of Falam, Myanmar M5.1 131 km
Jul 17, 2020 25 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.1 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Mocha (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Mocha Category 3 230 km
2017 Mora Category 1 216 km
2007 Sidr Category 3 197 km
2007 Akash Category 1 288 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 192 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 73 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 33 km
1995 Unnamed Category 1 237 km
1994 Unnamed Category 2 183 km
1991 Unnamed Category 5 41 km
1988 Unnamed Category 1 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
March 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
April 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
May 76°F (24°C) 10.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 16.3 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 12.0 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 12.8 in
September 76°F (24°C) 11.6 in
October 74°F (23°C) 8.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest

Aizawl has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 61°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.3") and December the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Aizawl

Institution Type Founded Website
Government Aizawl College College Visit →
Mizoram University University

Schools in Aizawl

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mary Mount School
Ferrando
Hermon School
Mary Mount School
Ferrando
Hermon School
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Radio Stations near Aizawl

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Aizawl

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mizoram State Museum

Libraries in Aizawl

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
State Central Library0.0

Hotels in Aizawl

14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Ahimsa
Hotel Ahimsa
Hotel Chief
Hotel chief
Hotel Mayur
Hotel millenium
Hotel Millennium
Hotel Regency
Hotel Sangchia
Hotel sangchia
Riakmaw Inn
Tourist Lodge
Tourist Resort Reiek
Travellers Inn

Restaurants in Aizawl

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baskin Robins
delicious local food
Domino's
Pizza Hut

Cafes in Aizawl

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

cafeenn
Gracie's cafe
LR Cafe

Monuments in Aizawl

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Luangmual Centenary Monument

Clinics in Aizawl

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eye Care Centre

Bus Stations in Aizawl

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sumo Stand (To Reiek)

Gas Stations in Aizawl

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #7007512785
Indian Oil

Banks in Aizawl

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mizoram Rural Bank
SBI, Dawrpui Branc

Stadiums & Teams in Aizawl

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aizawl

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kailashahar AirportIXHMedium Airport
Lengpui AirportAJLMedium Airport
Tuirial AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Aizawl

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Aizawl Head Post Office
Aizawl Head Post Office

Treatment Centers in Aizawl

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Eye Care Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aizawl

75 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
3rd Battalion M.A.P Church
3rd Battalion M.A.P Church
BCM Church, Durtlang
BCM Church, Durtlang
BCM Luangmual
BCM Luangmual
Beraw Church
Beraw Church
Bethlehem Vengthlang Presbyterian Church
Chaltang South Presbyterian Church
Chaltang South Presbyterian Church
Chaltlang Presbyterian Church
Chaltlang Presbyterian Church
Chaltlang Salvation Church
Chaltlang Salvation Church
Chaltlang South Presbyterian Church
Chaltlang South Presbyterian Church
Chanmari Presbyterian Church
Chanmari Presbyterian Church
Chawnpui Vengthlang Presbyterian Church
Chawnpui Vengthlang Presbyterian Church
Chhinga Veng Presbyterian Church
Chhinga Veng Presbyterian Church
Chhinga Vengthlang Presbyterian Church
Chhinga Vengthlang Presbyterian Church
Electric Veng Presbyterian Church
Electric Veng Presbyterian Church
Electric Vengthlang Pressbyterian Church
Electric Vengthlang Pressbyterian Church
Emmanuel Baptist Church
Emmanuel Baptist Church
Khatla Presbyterian Church
Khatla Presbyterian Church
Khatla South Presbyterian Church
Khatla South Vengthar Presbyterian Church
Khatla South Vengthar Presbyterian Church
Laipuitlang Presbyterian Church
Laipuitlang Presbyterian Church
Luangmual IKK
Luangmual IKK
Luangmual Presbyterian Church
Luangmual Presbyterian Church
Pushpak Gurudwara
Ramhlun East Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun East Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun North Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun North Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Sports Complex Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Sports Complex Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Vengchhak Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Vengchhak Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Venglai Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Venglai Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Vengthar Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Vengthar Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Vengthlang Presbyterian Church
Ramhlun Vengthlang Presbyterian Church
Ramthar North Presbyterian Church
Ramthar North Presbyterian Church
Ramthar Tlangveng Presbyterian Church
Ramthar Tlangveng Presbyterian Church
Ramthar Veng Presbyterian Church
Ramthar Veng Presbyterian Church
Shiv Mandir
Solomon's Temple
Solomon's Temple
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army
Wesleyan Methodist Church
Wesleyan Methodist Church
Zarkawt Presbyterian Church
Zarkawt Presbyterian Church
zawlnuam Bawrei, Presbyterian Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Aizawl

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 16
Restaurants 1
Cafes 3
Bars 1
Banks 1
Museums 1
Hotels 9
Parks 3
Police Stations 5
Places of Worship 14

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aizawl

What is the population of Aizawl?

Aizawl has a population of 293,416 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,663 people per square mile, spread across 176.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Aizawl expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,000, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Aizawl?

Aizawl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.7 inches.

How is the job market in Aizawl?

The unemployment rate in Aizawl is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $37. There are 31 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Aizawl?

The median home value in Aizawl is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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