Sign In Register

Arāria, India

Bihar · India

Arāria is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 79,021. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
79,021 Population 445/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
71.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

Discover Arāria, India

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population79,021
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density445/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units31,608
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population79,021
Population Density445 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates26.1493°, 87.5132°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation71.1 inches (1,805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Arāria

Arāria is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 79,021. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Arāria has a population of 79,021 with a density of 445 people per square mile, spread across 177.6 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

79,021
Total Population
445
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
177.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Arāria vs India Average

The median household income in Arāria is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,422 business establishments.

Income: Arāria vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)1,422

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arāria is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 31,608 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units31,608

Property Tax

Climate in Arāria

Arāria has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.4°C), the coldest is Jan (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1668 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16°C / 61°F 6.5° / 26.2° 3.0
Feb 19.3°C / 67°F 7.6° / 32° 14.8
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 13.1° / 38° 34.2
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 19.2° / 42.4° 42.1
May 31.4°C / 88°F 22.3° / 42° 165.5
Jun 31.1°C / 88°F 25.4° / 39.8° 288.2
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 25.6° / 34.8° 367.9
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 24.8° / 34.4° 316.9
Sep 28°C / 82°F 23.4° / 33.7° 333.2
Oct 25.6°C / 78°F 18° / 32.1° 99.0
Nov 20.9°C / 70°F 12.6° / 29° 0.5
Dec 16.6°C / 62°F 6.7° / 26.1° 3.2
Arāria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area177.6 sq mi (459.9 km²)
Population Density445/sq mi
Coordinates26.1493°N, 87.5132°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.1"
87% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 18.82"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 22, 2025.

Apr 27, 2015 13 km ESE of Il?m, Nepal M5.1 96 km
Jul 31, 2022 26 km W of Bhojpur, Nepal M5.1 131 km
Dec 2, 2001 7 km WNW of Naya B?z?r, India M5.1 129 km
Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 34 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 27 km
Aug 11, 2007 51 km NNW of Il?m, Nepal M5.0 135 km
May 20, 2007 5 km NNW of Gyalshing, India M4.9 150 km
May 18, 2007 11 km W of Gyalshing, India M4.7 140 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 96 km
Sep 10, 1998 4 km NNW of Namchi, India M4.7 143 km
Nov 30, 2012 9 km SW of Gyalshing, India M4.7 137 km
Feb 18, 2004 50 km W of Gyalshing, India M4.7 137 km
Feb 12, 1998 10 km ESE of Bhadrapur, Nepal M4.6 80 km
Sep 29, 2003 51 km W of Gyalshing, India M4.6 136 km
Jun 14, 2005 32 km WNW of Naya B?z?r, India M4.6 124 km
Jun 11, 2012 12 km W of Gyalshing, India M4.5 143 km
Sep 5, 1993 13 km SE of Kh??db?ri??, Nepal M4.5 129 km
Jun 20, 2002 8 km NNE of Saidpur, Bangladesh M4.5 146 km
Feb 13, 2011 26 km NNW of Bhojpur, Nepal M4.5 149 km
Aug 9, 2024 5 km NW of Naya Bāzār, India M4.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1934 BIHAR-NEPAL, GANGES RIVER Earthquake - 10,600 102 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.3 in
May 85°F (29°C) 4.6 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 13.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 18.8 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 15.3 in
September 84°F (29°C) 12.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest

Arāria has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 62°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.8") and December the driest (0.0").

View full weather details →

Colleges & Universities in Arāria

Institution Type Founded Website
AL SHAMS MILLIA COLLEGE College - ,

Schools in Arāria

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Madanpur Madhya Vidyalya - - - -
View full schools details →

Hotels in Arāria

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SHALIMAR

Restaurants in Arāria

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rukmini restaurant

Train Stations in Arāria

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Araria Court
Arariya
Haldita Bihar
Kusiargaon

Bus Stations in Arāria

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ARARIA BUS DEPOT

Gas Stations in Arāria

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum

Banks in Arāria

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

COMMERCIAL BANK

Airports Near Arāria

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biratnagar AirportBIRMedium Airport
Bhadrapur AirportBDPSmall Airport
Kishanganj Airport-Small Airport
Purnea Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arāria

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Radha Krishna Mandir
Shri Madneshwar Mahadev Mandir

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Arāria.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Arāria

What is the population of Arāria?

Arāria has a population of 79,021 residents and is located in India. The population density is 445 people per square mile, spread across 177.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Arāria expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Arāria?

Arāria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.1 inches.

How is the job market in Arāria?

The unemployment rate in Arāria is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 1,422 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arāria?

The median home value in Arāria is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

Nearby Cities

Shahbazpur 38,000 pop · 17.6 mi Forbesganj 50,475 pop · 18.6 mi Kasba 30,421 pop · 20.3 mi Bahādurganj 36,993 pop · 20.8 mi Jogbani 39,281 pop · 23.1 mi Baisi 1,319 pop · 24.5 mi Purnia 282,248 pop · 25.7 mi Biratnagar 244,750 pop · 25.9 mi Banmankhi 26,806 pop · 26.8 mi Banmankhi Bazar 30,336 pop · 26.9 mi Kishanganj 105,782 pop · 27.6 mi Dalkola 15,285 pop · 27.7 mi Chhātāpur 23,425 pop · 31.9 mi Tungidighi 1,250 pop · 36.3 mi
Compare Arāria with another city: