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Bodh Gaya, India

Bihar · 🇮🇳 India

Bodh Gaya is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 38,439. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
38,439 Population
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
40.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,530 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$2,530 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,530
97% lower than US avg
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

Population38,439
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

B
Median Income$2,530
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population38,439
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates24.6981°, 84.9869°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,028 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,530
Median Age28.7 years

Is Bodh Gaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bodh Gaya receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bodh Gaya offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bodh Gaya is $2,530, 97% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Bodh Gaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Bodh Gaya has a population of 38,439. 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

38,439
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bodh Gaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bodh Gaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bodh Gaya is $2,530, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Bodh Gaya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,530
97% below US avg
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 Bodh Gaya, 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: Bodh Gaya 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

Bodh Gaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. 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 407 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates24.6981°N, 84.9869°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.2 in
May 93°F (34°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 5.6 in
July 85°F (30°C) 11.1 in
August 85°F (29°C) 11.8 in Wettest
September 83°F (29°C) 7.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest

Bodh Gaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 62°F in January to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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 Bodh Gaya

What is the population of Bodh Gaya?

Bodh Gaya has a population of 38,439 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 Bodh Gaya expensive to live in?

Bodh Gaya is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,530, 97% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Bodh Gaya?

Bodh Gaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Bodh Gaya?

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

How are the schools in Bodh Gaya?

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

How healthy is Bodh Gaya?

The obesity rate in Bodh Gaya 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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