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Ambur, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Ambur is a large city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 114,608. Elevation: 1,056 ft (322 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
114,608 Population 16,514/sq mi density
1,056 ft Elevation 322 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
32.9 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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Full City Profile

People

Population114,608
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density16,514/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units45,843
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Population114,608
Population Density16,514 / sq mi
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Coordinates12.7916°, 78.7164°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (835 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Ambur

Ambur is a large city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 114,608. The city sits at an elevation of 1,056 feet (322 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Ambur has a population of 114,608 with a density of 16,514 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

114,608
Total Population
16,514
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ambur vs India Average

The median household income in Ambur 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 21 business establishments.

Income: Ambur 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)21

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare18
Retail1

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ambur 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 45,843 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.

Home Value Sources

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 Units45,843

Property Tax

Climate in Ambur

Ambur has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.7°C), the coldest is Jan (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1088 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.6°C / 71°F 13.6° / 31.5° 10.5
Feb 23.7°C / 75°F 14.7° / 35.6° 4.8
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 16.9° / 39.1° 10.3
Apr 29.7°C / 85°F 19.8° / 40.7° 31.3
May 29.4°C / 85°F 22° / 40.2° 97.4
Jun 27.3°C / 81°F 21.1° / 36.4° 113.2
Jul 26°C / 79°F 20.8° / 33.9° 128.7
Aug 25.9°C / 79°F 20.5° / 33.6° 175.1
Sep 25.1°C / 77°F 19.5° / 32.4° 149.0
Oct 24.3°C / 76°F 18.2° / 31.2° 149.0
Nov 22.9°C / 73°F 16.6° / 29.3° 144.3
Dec 21.6°C / 71°F 14.2° / 29.1° 74.3
Ambur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,056 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (18.0 km²)
Population Density16,514/sq mi
Coordinates12.7916°N, 78.7164°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

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 1 248 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 233 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 258 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 133 km
2011 Thane Category 1 177 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 185 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 167 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 292 km
1989 Gay Category 5 257 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 184 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 157 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
April 85°F (29°C) 1.0 in
May 86°F (30°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.7 in Wettest
November 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Ambur has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 72°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Ambur

Institution Type Founded Website
B.COM,BBA College - ,
Priyadarshini Engineering College College - ,

Schools in Ambur

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Seventh Day Adventist Matric Higher Secondary School (SDA School) - - - -
Hindu Secondary High School - - - -
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Cinemas in Ambur

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sai Movie Park

Theatres in Ambur

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ramu Theater

Clinics in Ambur

16 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aamina Clinic
Al-Amaan Clinic
Ambur Bone & Child Clinic
Dr. Saifudin Clinic
Dr.Asrar's Shaafi Unani Herbal Clinic
Dr.Joel's Clinic
Harjeet General and Sugar Clinic
He Cures Polyclinic
JPR Unani Speciality Clinic and Hijama Centre
K.K.S.Clinic
M.V. Clinic
Pain and Spine Care
Shruthi Clinic
Sruthi Clinic
Vasan Eye Care
Yashfeen Clinic

Dentists in Ambur

7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anu Vasanth Dental Clinic
Dentistree Dental Hospitals
K.G Dental Care
MC Dental Clinic
Ramans Dental Clinic
Sanjeev Dental Care
Vallalar Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Ambur

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ambur

Bus Stations in Ambur

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ambur

Gas Stations in Ambur

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #1114856416
IN #1114856445
IN #353200448

Banks in Ambur

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank
Indian Bank periyan kuppam

Airports Near Ambur

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vellore Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ambur

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mohideen pura Masjid

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Ambur

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 18
Supermarkets 1
Banks 2
Places of Worship 1

🇮🇳 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 Ambur

What is the population of Ambur?

Ambur has a population of 114,608 residents and is located in India. The population density is 16,514 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ambur 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 Ambur?

Ambur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

How is the job market in Ambur?

Ambur 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 21 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ambur?

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

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