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Erumāpālaiyam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Erumāpālaiyam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 10,220. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,220 Population 65/sq mi density
978 ft Elevation 298 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
40.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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People

Population10,220
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density65/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units4,088
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Population10,220
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Coordinates11.6324°, 78.1695°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,028 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Erumāpālaiyam

Erumāpālaiyam is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 10,220. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Erumāpālaiyam has a population of 10,220 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 156.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,220
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
156.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Erumāpālaiyam vs India Average

The median household income in Erumāpālaiyam is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 184 business establishments.

Income: Erumāpālaiyam vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)184

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Erumāpālaiyam is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,088 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,088

Property Tax

Climate in Erumāpālaiyam

Erumāpālaiyam has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.2°C), the coldest is Dec (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 947 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C / 75°F 14.9° / 33.9° 20.4
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 16.1° / 37.7° 4.0
Mar 29.4°C / 85°F 18.3° / 40.6° 11.5
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 22.4° / 41.5° 38.2
May 30.2°C / 86°F 23° / 40.6° 115.7
Jun 28.4°C / 83°F 22.2° / 37.4° 66.6
Jul 27.6°C / 82°F 21.9° / 36.5° 85.4
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 21.3° / 36.4° 123.0
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 20.9° / 34.9° 114.4
Oct 25.9°C / 79°F 20.3° / 33.7° 169.5
Nov 24.4°C / 76°F 18° / 30.8° 130.8
Dec 23.6°C / 74°F 15.8° / 31.1° 67.3
Erumāpālaiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.7°F
51% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area156.4 sq mi (405.1 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates11.6324°N, 78.1695°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.5"
7% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 265 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 162 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 249 km
2011 Thane Category 1 189 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 189 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 126 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 266 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 124 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
February 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 85°F (29°C) 1.5 in
May 85°F (30°C) 3.7 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 2.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
August 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 5.0 in
October 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in Wettest
November 76°F (24°C) 4.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Erumāpālaiyam has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in December to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Erumāpālaiyam

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St.joseph's matric hr.sec school
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Museums in Erumāpālaiyam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Exhibiton Ground

Libraries in Erumāpālaiyam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library0.0
Library0.0
M. Thathanur Public Library0.0
MEC library0.0

Farmers Markets in Erumāpālaiyam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer Market

Hotels in Erumāpālaiyam

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Salem,RR Priyani

Restaurants in Erumāpālaiyam

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AMMA unavagam KALARAMPATTI

Gas Stations in Erumāpālaiyam

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum Petrol Station
HP Petrol Bunk
IN #7178582150
IN #7178582792
IN #7178583637
IN #7178595512
IN #7178596863
IN #7178655637
IN #7178691253
Indian Oil Petrol Station

Banks in Erumāpālaiyam

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Union Bank of India

Gyms in Erumāpālaiyam

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abis Club

Stadiums & Teams in Erumāpālaiyam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Erumāpālaiyam

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Erumāpālaiyam

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Holy Cross Spiritiual Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Erumāpālaiyam

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hanuman Temple
Hari Hara Asramam
Rettai Kovil
Siddeshwarar MalaiKovil
Sowdambigai 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 Erumāpālaiyam

What is the population of Erumāpālaiyam?

Erumāpālaiyam has a population of 10,220 residents and is located in India. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 156.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Erumāpālaiyam expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Erumāpālaiyam?

Erumāpālaiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches.

How is the job market in Erumāpālaiyam?

Erumāpālaiyam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 184 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Erumāpālaiyam?

The median home value in Erumāpālaiyam is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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