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Dhemāji, India

Assam · India

Dhemāji is a small city in Assam, India with a population of 13,058. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
13,058 Population 73/sq mi density
361 ft Elevation 110 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
113.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,058
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density73/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,450
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units5,223
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain113.2 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Population13,058
Population Density73 / sq mi
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates27.4833°, 94.5833°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation113.2 inches (2,876 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Dhemāji

Dhemāji is a small city in India (Assam) with a population of 13,058. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 113.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dhemāji has a population of 13,058 with a density of 73 people per square mile, spread across 178.7 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,058
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
178.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dhemāji vs India Average

The median household income in Dhemāji is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,450 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $28, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 235 business establishments.

Income: Dhemāji vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,450
Avg Weekly Wage$28

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)235

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dhemāji is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,223 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,223

Property Tax

Climate in Dhemāji

Dhemāji has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.3°C), the coldest is Jan (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2858 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.6°C / 58°F 7.9° / 23° 18.6
Feb 16.4°C / 61°F 9.1° / 25.5° 51.4
Mar 20.5°C / 69°F 12.1° / 30.2° 77.0
Apr 23.2°C / 74°F 15.8° / 32.1° 225.1
May 24.9°C / 77°F 18° / 33° 347.1
Jun 26.4°C / 80°F 20.4° / 32.6° 612.9
Jul 27°C / 81°F 23° / 33° 579.5
Aug 27.3°C / 81°F 22.8° / 33.7° 400.3
Sep 26.5°C / 80°F 21.4° / 33.8° 310.2
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 16.5° / 30.7° 215.9
Nov 19.1°C / 66°F 12.6° / 26.8° 9.6
Dec 15.7°C / 60°F 9.1° / 23.5° 10.4
Dhemāji has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 113.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area178.7 sq mi (462.9 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates27.4833°N, 94.5833°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 113.2"
198% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 21.34"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 9, 2024.

Apr 23, 2019 22 km SE of Shi Yomi, India M5.9 103 km
May 30, 1995 15 km S of Margherita, India M4.9 113 km
Apr 30, 2015 3 km SW of Tuensang, India M4.8 140 km
May 24, 1990 46 km S of Khonsa, India M4.8 135 km
Sep 8, 1992 64 km NNE of Along, India M4.7 144 km
May 28, 1993 32 km WSW of Gohpur, India M4.6 148 km
Apr 20, 1992 18 km ESE of Mon, India M4.6 110 km
Sep 2, 2016 52 km NNE of Along, India M4.6 132 km
Mar 22, 2021 63 km WSW of Shi Yomi, India M4.6 120 km
Jun 8, 1992 31 km W of Shi Yomi, India M4.5 125 km
Aug 31, 2013 28 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M4.5 145 km
Jan 12, 2017 47 km SE of Mon, India M4.5 143 km
May 4, 2012 9 km ENE of Duli?gaon, India M4.4 81 km
May 25, 2018 20 km NW of Mokokch?ng, India M4.4 116 km
Jan 3, 2017 34 km N of Ziro, India M4.4 86 km
Jul 2, 2019 26 km NE of Silapathar, India M4.4 45 km
Oct 31, 1992 67 km W of Ziro, India M4.4 142 km
Jul 8, 2022 41 km NE of Ziro, India M4.3 64 km
Feb 2, 2007 32 km SSW of Shi Yomi, India M4.3 95 km
Jun 9, 2024 66 km NW of Itānagar, India M4.3 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 221 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
March 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 9.0 in
May 79°F (26°C) 15.5 in
June 83°F (28°C) 19.5 in
July 83°F (28°C) 21.3 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 17.4 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 14.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 6.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Driest

Dhemāji has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 61°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 113.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.3") and December the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Dhemāji

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dhemaji Engineering College
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Museums in Dhemāji

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Malinithan Archaeological Museum

Clinics in Dhemāji

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dhemaji Eye Clinic
Mili Nursing Home

Dentists in Dhemāji

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Modern Dental Clinic, Dhemaji
Smilestones Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Dhemāji

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bordoloni
Dhemaji
Gogamukh
Na Nadi
Sripani
Tangani

Airports Near Dhemāji

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Along AirportIXVMedium Airport
Dibrugarh AirportDIBMedium Airport
Lilabari North Lakhimpur AirportIXIMedium Airport
Chabua Air Force StationSmall Airport
Daporijo AirportDEPSmall Airport
Dinjan AirfieldSmall Airport

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 Dhemāji

What is the population of Dhemāji?

Dhemāji has a population of 13,058 residents and is located in India. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 178.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dhemāji expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Dhemāji?

Dhemāji has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.2 inches.

How is the job market in Dhemāji?

The unemployment rate in Dhemāji is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $28. There are 235 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dhemāji?

The median home value in Dhemāji is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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