Dharamsala, India

Full City Profile

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

30,764 Population 2,701/sq mi density

4,459 ft Elevation 1,359 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

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Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

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Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment

Affordability

3.0 / 5.0

$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

Dharamsala, India

At a Glance

Median Income

$2,800

96% below

$2,850 per capita

Home Value

$18,000

94% below

Median Rent

$35/mo

97% below

26.5% of income on rent

Unemployment

5.2%

44% above

7.5% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

64°F

220 sunny days/yr

Is Dharamsala a Good Place to Live?

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2.9 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Dharamsala residents earn a median household income of $2,800 , which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 554 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Dharamsala is $18,000 , 94% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $35/month, with 26.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Dharamsala has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population30,764

Median Age31.0 yrs

Density2,701/mi²

Foreign Born1.2%

Economy

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Median Income$2,800

Per Capita$2,850

Unemployment5.2%

Poverty7.5%

Avg Weekly Wage$55

Housing

Home Value$18,000

Rent$35

Ownership

Housing Units12,306

Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F

Sunny Days220/yr

Rain88.4 in/yr

Elevation4,459 ft