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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
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
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population293,416
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density1,663/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain83.7 in/yr
Sunny Days191/yr
Elevation3,543 ft (1,080 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
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 Age28.7 years

Is Aizawl a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aizawl receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Aizawl offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aizawl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 191 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

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 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

293,416
Total Population
1,663
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
176.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Aizawl vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aizawl vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aizawl is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Aizawl vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Aizawl, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

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). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. 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 US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days191 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.7 inches
120% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

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

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").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,663/sq mi
Total Area176.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Aizawl expensive to live in?

Aizawl is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

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. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Aizawl?

Aizawl has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Aizawl?

34.4% of adults in Aizawl hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Aizawl?

The obesity rate in Aizawl is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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