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Banepā, Nepal

Bagmati Province · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Banepā is a mid-size city in Bagmati Province, Nepal with a population of 67,629. Elevation: 4,846 ft (1,477 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
67,629 Population 31,455/sq mi density
4,846 ft Elevation 1,477 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
64.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population67,629
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density31,455/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation4,846 ft (1,477 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population67,629
Population Density31,455 / sq mi
Elevation4,846 ft (1,477 m)
Coordinates27.6327°, 85.5220°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceBagmati Province
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,634 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Banepā a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Banepā receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Banepā has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Banepā enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Banepā has a population of 67,629 with a density of 31,455 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

67,629
Total Population
31,455
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Banepā vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Banepā vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Banepā is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Banepā vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Banepā, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Banepā vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Banepā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,846 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.3 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation4,846 ft (1,477 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density31,455/sq mi
Coordinates27.6327°N, 85.5220°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
March 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
May 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in
June 74°F (23°C) 10.9 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 16.9 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 14.3 in
September 71°F (22°C) 9.2 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in Driest
December 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in

Banepā has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 50°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.9") and November the driest (0.3").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density31,455/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Banepā

What is the population of Banepā?

Banepā has a population of 67,629 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 31,455 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Banepā expensive to live in?

Banepā is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Banepā?

Banepā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Banepā?

The job market in Banepā faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Banepā?

21.3% of adults in Banepā hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Banepā?

The obesity rate in Banepā is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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