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Digboi Oil Town, India

Assam · India

Digboi Oil Town is a small city in Assam, India with a population of 12,726. Elevation: 482 ft (147 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
12,726 Population 19/sq mi density
482 ft Elevation 147 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
100.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
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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People

Population12,726
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density19/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units5,090
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain100.2 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Population12,726
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Coordinates27.3885°, 95.6189°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation100.2 inches (2,544 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Digboi Oil Town

Digboi Oil Town is a small city in India (Assam) with a population of 12,726. The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet (147 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Digboi Oil Town has a population of 12,726 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 680.6 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,726
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
680.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Digboi Oil Town vs India Average

The median household income in Digboi Oil Town 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 229 business establishments.

Income: Digboi Oil Town 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)229

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Digboi Oil Town 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 5,090 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 Units5,090

Property Tax

Climate in Digboi Oil Town

Digboi Oil Town has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.7°C), the coldest is Jan (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.2°C / 61°F 8.5° / 26.2° 20.7
Feb 18.2°C / 65°F 9.4° / 30.4° 60.7
Mar 22.4°C / 72°F 13° / 33.4° 82.5
Apr 25.7°C / 78°F 17.6° / 36.6° 182.7
May 27.6°C / 82°F 19.3° / 39° 321.1
Jun 29°C / 84°F 22.8° / 38.4° 591.8
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 24.1° / 38.9° 546.2
Aug 29.7°C / 85°F 23.9° / 39.4° 390.8
Sep 28.9°C / 84°F 22.9° / 39.1° 299.4
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 18° / 36.7° 199.5
Nov 21.4°C / 71°F 14° / 32.8° 10.6
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 9.8° / 27.5° 12.3
Digboi Oil Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 100.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above India avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Area680.6 sq mi (1,762.8 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates27.3885°N, 95.6189°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.2"
164% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 19.80"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 5, 2025.

May 4, 2019 86 km SE of Mon, India M5.2 129 km
Dec 12, 1995 52 km ESE of Khonsa, India M5.1 74 km
Feb 10, 2019 68 km SSE of Tezu, India M5.0 74 km
Jun 14, 2005 89 km ESE of Tuensang, India M4.9 147 km
Nov 21, 1991 60 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.9 117 km
Feb 3, 2005 75 km ESE of Tuensang, India M4.9 141 km
May 30, 1995 15 km S of Margherita, India M4.9 28 km
Jun 2, 2018 107 km SSE of Hayuliang, India M4.9 137 km
Mar 23, 2005 50 km ESE of Tuensang, India M4.9 149 km
May 11, 1991 63 km WNW of Sarupathar, India M4.9 120 km
May 24, 1990 46 km S of Khonsa, India M4.8 88 km
Aug 26, 2019 75 km WNW of Sarupathar, India M4.7 114 km
Nov 23, 1997 74 km W of Sarupathar, India M4.7 140 km
Jul 29, 2003 80 km W of Sarupathar, India M4.7 136 km
Mar 12, 2008 104 km N of Sarupathar, India M4.7 137 km
Nov 3, 1990 60 km SSE of Hayuliang, India M4.7 114 km
Jun 28, 2004 51 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.7 126 km
May 27, 2016 47 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.6 130 km
Apr 20, 1992 18 km ESE of Mon, India M4.6 88 km
Apr 14, 1993 47 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.6 129 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 1 229 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
March 69°F (21°C) 5.5 in
April 74°F (23°C) 8.4 in
May 78°F (26°C) 13.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 14.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 19.8 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 15.7 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 11.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in
November 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Driest

Digboi Oil Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 60°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 100.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (19.8") and December the driest (0.8").

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Farmers Markets in Digboi Oil Town

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Segunbari Tiniali
Tuesday Market

Train Stations in Digboi Oil Town

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Digboi
Powai

Airports Near Digboi Oil Town

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dibrugarh AirportDIBMedium Airport
Chabua Air Force StationSmall Airport
Dinjan AirfieldSmall Airport
Pasighat AirportIXTSmall Airport
Shinbweyang AirportSmall Airport
Sookerating (Doomdooma) AirportSmall Airport
Tezu AirportTEISmall 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 Digboi Oil Town

What is the population of Digboi Oil Town?

Digboi Oil Town has a population of 12,726 residents and is located in India. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 680.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Digboi Oil Town 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 Digboi Oil Town?

Digboi Oil Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.2 inches.

How is the job market in Digboi Oil Town?

The unemployment rate in Digboi Oil Town 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 229 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Digboi Oil Town?

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

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