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Ankola, India

Karnataka · India

Ankola is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 22,249. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
22,249 Population 7,779/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
133.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population22,249
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density7,779/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units8,900
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain133.4 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population22,249
Population Density7,779 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates14.6605°, 74.3047°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation133.4 inches (3,387 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Ankola

Ankola is a small city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 22,249. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 133.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Ankola has a population of 22,249 with a density of 7,779 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,249
Total Population
7,779
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ankola vs India Average

The median household income in Ankola is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 400 business establishments.

Income: Ankola vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)400

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ankola is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,900 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,900

Property Tax

Climate in Ankola

Ankola has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.1°C), the coldest is Jan (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 4097 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.7°C / 76°F 19.2° / 30.2° 15.7
Feb 25.9°C / 79°F 20° / 32.9° 1.5
Mar 27.6°C / 82°F 21.9° / 34.2° 2.5
Apr 29.1°C / 84°F 24.4° / 35.2° 20.0
May 28.8°C / 84°F 25.4° / 34.4° 173.1
Jun 27.3°C / 81°F 24.7° / 31.5° 807.2
Jul 26.2°C / 79°F 24.4° / 28.8° 1,473.3
Aug 26°C / 79°F 24.3° / 28.9° 731.0
Sep 26.1°C / 79°F 24° / 29° 548.0
Oct 26.4°C / 80°F 22.6° / 30° 249.2
Nov 26.2°C / 79°F 20.5° / 30.1° 56.9
Dec 25.5°C / 78°F 19.9° / 29.7° 18.3
Ankola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 133.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density7,779/sq mi
Coordinates14.6605°N, 74.3047°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 133.4"
251% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 43.39"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 3 160 km
2001 Unnamed Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.7 in
May 85°F (30°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 35.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 43.4 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 26.4 in
September 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.5 in

Ankola has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 79°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 133.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (43.4") and February the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Ankola

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Warship And Aircraft Museum

Libraries in Ankola

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteque0.0

Farmers Markets in Ankola

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fish market
Fish market
Thursday vegetable market

Hotels in Ankola

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Varadaraj
Kamat

Restaurants in Ankola

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Bismillah
Hotel New Saishree
Hotel Taj Ankola
Kamat
Perfect Chicken Center

Cafes in Ankola

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Coffee Day

Clinics in Ankola

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arya Medical And Research Centre

Dentists in Ankola

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Uma Multispeciality Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Ankola

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ankola

Bus Stations in Ankola

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #4323680399

Gas Stations in Ankola

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #4323680398
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Banks in Ankola

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India
Urban Bank

Airports Near Ankola

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goa Dabolim International AirportGOILarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ankola

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Masjid-e-bilal

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 Ankola

What is the population of Ankola?

Ankola has a population of 22,249 residents and is located in India. The population density is 7,779 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ankola expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ankola?

Ankola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 133.4 inches.

How is the job market in Ankola?

Ankola has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 400 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ankola?

The median home value in Ankola is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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