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

Population244,750

Median Age25.3 yrs

Density10,839/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 Temp77°F (25°C)

AQI52 (Moderate)

Rain71.9 in/yr

Sunny Days223/yr

Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.3%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband55.8%

Population	244,750
Population Density	10,839 / sq mi
Elevation	243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates	26.4551°, 87.2701°
Timezone	Asia/Kathmandu
Country	🇳🇵 Nepal
State / Province	Koshi
Average Temperature	77°F (25°C)
January Average	63°F (17°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation	71.9 inches (1,825 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	25.3 years

Is Biratnagar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biratnagar 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. Biratnagar 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

Biratnagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Biratnagar has a population of 244,750 with a density of 10,839 people per square mile. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

244,750

Total Population

10,839

People / sq mi

25.3yrs

Median Age

35% below US avg

22.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%

Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Biratnagar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Biratnagar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biratnagar is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Biratnagar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	10.5%
	191% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.4%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Biratnagar, 7.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% are current smokers. 15.8% report depression. 83.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	7.0%
	78% below US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.7%
	2% below US avg
Binge Drinking	3.7%
Physical Inactivity	83.5%
Depression	15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	58.0%

Food & Exercise

Biratnagar has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.9 inches. The area enjoys 223 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	77.3°F
	43% above US avg
January Average	63°F (17°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	71.9 inches
	89% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	52.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	84.0%

Geography

Elevation	243 ft (74 m)
Area	22.6 sq mi (58.5 km²)
Population Density	10,839/sq mi
Coordinates	26.4551°N, 87.2701°W
Timezone	Asia/Kathmandu

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). 55.8% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density	10,839/sq mi
Total Area	22.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Biratnagar, Nepal

People

Economy

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Is Biratnagar a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Biratnagar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Biratnagar vs U.S. Average

Income: Biratnagar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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