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Alangāyam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Alangāyam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 18,327. Elevation: 1,657 ft (505 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,327 Population 5,931/sq mi density
1,657 ft Elevation 505 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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People

Population18,327
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5,931/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units7,331
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Population18,327
Population Density5,931 / sq mi
Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Coordinates12.6224°, 78.7521°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Alangāyam

Alangāyam is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 18,327. The city sits at an elevation of 1,657 feet (505 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Alangāyam has a population of 18,327 with a density of 5,931 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,327
Total Population
5,931
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Alangāyam vs India Average

The median household income in Alangāyam is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 330 business establishments.

Income: Alangāyam vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)330

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Alangāyam is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,331 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,331

Property Tax

Climate in Alangāyam

Alangāyam has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.2°C), the coldest is Jan (22.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1146 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 14.1° / 31.9° 13.1
Feb 24.4°C / 76°F 15.2° / 36.3° 4.3
Mar 28°C / 82°F 17.5° / 39.9° 9.1
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 20.7° / 41.4° 32.3
May 29.9°C / 86°F 22.5° / 40.8° 114.4
Jun 28°C / 82°F 21.9° / 37° 96.9
Jul 26.8°C / 80°F 21.3° / 34.9° 130.6
Aug 26.6°C / 80°F 21.1° / 34.6° 180.4
Sep 25.8°C / 78°F 20.3° / 33.1° 151.3
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 19.1° / 31.9° 161.3
Nov 23.5°C / 74°F 17.4° / 29.8° 169.9
Dec 22.3°C / 72°F 15.2° / 29.5° 82.2
Alangāyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,657 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above India avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density5,931/sq mi
Coordinates12.6224°N, 78.7521°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 259 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 221 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 239 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 135 km
2011 Thane Category 1 162 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 169 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 148 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 300 km
1989 Gay Category 5 273 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 191 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 138 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 80°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.1 in
May 85°F (29°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
August 80°F (26°C) 4.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
October 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 4.2 in
December 71°F (21°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Alangāyam has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 71°F in December to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.1") and February the driest (0.3").

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Clinics in Alangāyam

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shri Siddha Clinic
Sri Kumaran Clinic

Bus Stations in Alangāyam

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #426990331

Airports Near Alangāyam

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vellore AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 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 Alangāyam

What is the population of Alangāyam?

Alangāyam has a population of 18,327 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,931 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Alangāyam expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Alangāyam?

Alangāyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in Alangāyam?

Alangāyam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 330 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Alangāyam?

The median home value in Alangāyam is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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