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Bārāsat, India

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
298,127 Population 22,671/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

Bārāsat, India

At a Glance

Median Income
$1,800
98% below
$1,600 per capita
Home Value
$12,000
96% below
Median Rent
$35/mo
97% below
28.7% of income on rent
Unemployment
5.5%
53% above
18.5% poverty rate
Avg Temperature
80°F
223 sunny days/yr

Is Bārāsat a Good Place to Live?

C+
2.6 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Bārāsat residents earn a median household income of $1,800 , which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 13 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Bārāsat is $12,000 , 96% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $35/month, with 28.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Bārāsat has an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population298,127
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density22,671/mi²
Foreign Born2.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Ownership
Housing Units119,251
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F
Sunny Days223/yr
Rain62.1 in/yr
Elevation36 ft