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Bettiah, India

Bihar · 🇮🇳 India

Bettiah is a large city in Bihar, India with a population of 132,209. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
132,209 Population
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
47.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population132,209
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population132,209
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates26.8023°, 84.5031°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation47.8 inches (1,214 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Bettiah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bettiah receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bettiah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bettiah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Bettiah has a population of 132,209. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

132,209
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bettiah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bettiah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bettiah is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bettiah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bettiah, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Bettiah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates26.8023°N, 84.5031°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.6 in
May 87°F (30°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 87°F (30°C) 7.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 13.5 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 12.2 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest

Bettiah has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 61°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.5") and December the driest (0.1").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bettiah

What is the population of Bettiah?

Bettiah has a population of 132,209 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Bettiah expensive to live in?

Bettiah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bettiah?

Bettiah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Bettiah?

Bettiah has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bettiah?

34.4% of adults in Bettiah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bettiah?

The obesity rate in Bettiah is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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