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Daman, India

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu · India

Daman is a mid-size city in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, India with a population of 44,282. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
44,282 Population 1,593/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$16,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population44,282
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density1,593/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$3,200
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$16,000
Rent$40
Housing Units17,713
Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population44,282
Population Density1,593 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates20.4143°, 72.8324°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceDadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,732 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age26.5 years

About Daman

Daman is a mid-size city in India (Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu) with a population of 44,282. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Daman has a population of 44,282 with a density of 1,593 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

44,282
Total Population
1,593
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below India avg
27.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Daman vs India Average

The median household income in Daman is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $62, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 797 business establishments.

Income: Daman vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,200
Avg Weekly Wage$62

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below India avg
Establishments (County)797

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Daman is $16,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 17,713 total housing units in the city. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$16,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units17,713

Property Tax

Climate in Daman

Daman has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 11.3° / 35.8° 0.9
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 13.5° / 39.1° 0.5
Mar 28.3°C / 83°F 16.8° / 41.6° 2.9
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 20.9° / 43.4° 4.0
May 31.7°C / 89°F 23.8° / 43.1° 31.3
Jun 29.3°C / 85°F 24.7° / 37.7° 295.7
Jul 27°C / 81°F 24.3° / 31.6° 699.9
Aug 26.3°C / 79°F 23.2° / 30.9° 476.2
Sep 26.4°C / 80°F 22.9° / 31.4° 438.3
Oct 26.1°C / 79°F 18.7° / 32.9° 76.9
Nov 24.3°C / 76°F 15.5° / 33.6° 14.4
Dec 23.4°C / 74°F 13.3° / 34° 16.2
Daman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²)
Population Density1,593/sq mi
Coordinates20.4143°N, 72.8324°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.2"
79% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 25.79"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.1 on May 16, 2021.

Nov 17, 1996 8 km E of Kosamba, India M4.2 120 km
May 16, 2021 41 km S of R?jula, India M4.1 144 km
Jul 24, 2019 25 km WSW of Shirgaon, India M4.1 99 km
Mar 1, 2019 11 km WSW of Silvassa, India M4.0 21 km
Dec 31, 1993 12 km SW of Surat, India M3.8 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 154 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 172 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 222 km
1982 Unnamed Category 2 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.1 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 13.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 25.8 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 17.6 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in

Daman has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 72°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 68.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (25.8") and February the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Daman

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shri MachiMahajan School - - - -
MGM High School, Nani-Daman ( Sarvajanik High School) - - - -
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Radio Stations near Daman

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Daman

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gandhi Library0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Daman

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dubai Market,Nani Daman
Moti Daman Market
Sabji Mandi
Vegetable Market

Restaurants in Daman

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fortalezza

Cafes in Daman

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fusion Chaskaa

Clinics in Daman

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jimeet Dental Clinic
Krishna Eye and Dental Clinic
Shivam Clinic

Bus Stations in Daman

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nani Daman Bus Depot

Gas Stations in Daman

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CP Shah Petrol Pump
E. Nasservanji Petrol Pump
IN #3737049858
Petrol Pump Station
Sagar Petroleum

Banks in Daman

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank
Bandhan Bank
Bank of Maharashtra
DCB Bank
HDFC Bank
State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Daman

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Daman

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Surat International AirportSTVLarge Airport
Daman AirportNMBMedium Airport

Post Offices in Daman

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Nani Daman Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Daman

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bhidbhanjan Mahadev Temple
Bom Jesus Church
Jalaram temple, Nani Daman
Mahalakshmi Temple
samudra dev mandir
SatyaNarayan Temple
Shahi Masjid
vishwakarma temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Daman

What is the population of Daman?

Daman has a population of 44,282 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,593 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Daman expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $16,000 (94% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Daman?

Daman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches.

How is the job market in Daman?

Daman has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $62. There are 797 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Daman?

The median home value in Daman is $16,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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