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Amritsar, India
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Amritsar is a major city in Punjab, India with a population of 1,159,227. Elevation: 801 ft (244 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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People
Economy
CHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 1,159,227 |
| Population Density | 17,660 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.6223°, 74.8753° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Punjab |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.9 inches (657 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $2,800 |
| Median Age | 30.0 years |
About Amritsar
Amritsar is a major city in India (Punjab) with a population of 1,159,227. The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet (244 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Amritsar vs India Average
Income: Amritsar vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $2,800 |
| 96% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $2,650 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $51 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.5% |
| 108% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 248 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $20,000 |
| 93% below India avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $45 |
| 96% below India avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.9% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 463,691 |
Property Tax
Climate in Amritsar
Amritsar has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (31.8°C), the coldest is Jan (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 714 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above India avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) |
| Area | 65.6 sq mi (170.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 17,660/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6223°N, 74.8753°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 87°F (30°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 87°F (30°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 6.8 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in |
Amritsar has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 53°F in January to 90°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and November the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Amritsar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amritsar Group of Colleges | University | — | — |
| ANAND COLLEGE OF NURSING BATALA | College | — | — |
| College of Veterinary and Animal Science Jhilmil Colony | College | — | — |
| DAV College | College | — | — |
| Global Institutes | College | — | — |
| Government Medical College, Amritsar | College | — | Visit → |
| Guru Nanak Dev University | University | — | Visit → |
| Khalsa College | College | — | Visit → |
| MAAC Amritsar | College | — | Visit → |
| SATYAM POLYTECHNIC & PHARMACY | College | — | — |
| SATYAM POLYTECHNIC & PHARMACY | College | — | — |
| SGRD Medical College | College | — | — |
| Sri Guru Ram Das Medical College | College | — | — |
Schools in Amritsar
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baba Ishar Singh School | — | — | — | — |
| Sri Guru Harkrishan Sr. Sec. School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Francis School | — | — | — | — |
| Lavanya School | — | — | — | — |
| DAV Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Bright Days Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Sarkari Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pb. Government Dental College & Hospital | — | — | — | — |
| Ram Ashram Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya No 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Government Girls College | — | — | — | — |
| The Millennium School | — | — | — | — |
| Government Girls College | — | — | — | — |
| Sri Guru Harkishan International School | — | — | — | — |
| Sri Guru Harkrishan Sr. Sec. School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Francis School | — | — | — | — |
| Lavanya School | — | — | — | — |
| DAV Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Bright Days Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Sarkari Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pb. Government Dental College & Hospital | — | — | — | — |
| Ram Ashram Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya No 1 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Amritsar
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| desi world radio (USA) (US) | — | MP3 | |
| Desi World Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Amritsar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Sikh Museum | ||||
| Central Sikh Museum | ||||
| Maharaja Ranjit Singh Panorama | ||||
| Maharaja Ranjit Singh Panorama | ||||
| Partition Museum | ||||
| Partition Museum |
Libraries in Amritsar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhai Gurdas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shri Guru Ramdas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shri Guru Ramdas Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Amritsar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grain Market |
Hotels in Amritsar
62 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Amritsar
52 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Amritsar
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Amritsar
8 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Amritsar
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Amritsar
10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Amritsar
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Amritsar
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Amritsar
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Amritsar
15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Amritsar
20 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Amritsar
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Amritsar
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Amritsar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Amritsar
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Allama Iqbal International Airport | LHE | Large Airport |
| Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport | ATQ | Large Airport |
| Beas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rahwali Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Amritsar
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Golden Temple Post Office | |
| Golden Temple Post Office | |
| Head Post Office Amrisar | |
| Head Post Office Amrisar | |
| Vijay Nagar Post Office | |
| Vijay Nagar Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Amritsar
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Amandeep Hospital | ||
| City Dental Clinic | ||
| Dhruv Nursing Home | ||
| DR RANJIT ORTHOCARE CENTRE | ||
| Dr. Jasjit Chhachhi Nursing Home | ||
| Nimaan Medical Center | ||
| Om Prakash Eye Institute | ||
| Sachdeva Nursing Home, Amritsar | ||
| Saluja Navjeet Clinic | ||
| Sen Nursing Home | ||
| Uppal Nursing Home, Amritsar |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Amritsar
35 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asthan Baba Deep Singh Ji | |
| Baba Sher Singh Gurudwara | |
| Ber Baba Buddha Sahib Ji | |
| Christ Church Cathedral | |
| Crazy tree | |
| Darshani Deohari | |
| DukhBhanjni Beri Sahib | |
| Gopal Mandir-Sri Krishna Temple | |
| Gurdwara Adalat Sahib | |
| Gurdwara Baba Atal Rai Sahib Ji | |
| Gurdwara Kaulsar Sahib Ji | |
| Gurdwara Sahib | |
| Gurdwara Saragarhi Sahib | |
| Gurudwara Bibeksar Sahib | |
| Gurudwara Bibeksar Sahib | |
| Gurudwara Ramsar Sahib | |
| Gurudwara Ramsar Sahib | |
| Gurudwara Sadh Sangat | |
| Gurudwara Santokh Sar | |
| Gurudwara Santokhsar Sahib |
Explore Near Amritsar
Quick Facts
Around Amritsar
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Amritsar
3 places within 15 km
- • Summer Palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh
- • ਗੋਬਿੰਦਗੜ ਕਿਲ੍ਹਾ
- • S. Sulakhan singh Bal Niwas (bal kalan)
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What is the population of Amritsar?
Amritsar has a population of 1,159,227 residents and is located in India. The population density is 17,660 people per square mile, spread across 65.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Amritsar expensive to live in?
The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $45 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Amritsar?
Amritsar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.
How is the job market in Amritsar?
The unemployment rate in Amritsar is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $51. There are 248 business establishments in the area, including 52 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Amritsar?
The median home value in Amritsar is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $45.