Golakganj, India

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

8,244 Population 58/sq mi density

102 ft Elevation 31 meters

76°F Avg Temperature 25°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

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

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

Golakganj, India

At a Glance

Median Income

$1,500

98% below

$1,450 per capita

Home Value

$10,000

96% below

Median Rent

$30/mo

97% below

30.6% of income on rent

Unemployment

6.8%

89% above

28.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

76°F

196 sunny days/yr

Is Golakganj a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Golakganj residents earn a median household income of $1,500 , which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,450. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 148 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Golakganj is $10,000 , 96% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $30/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Golakganj has an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 196 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 118.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population8,244

Median Age25.0 yrs

Density58/mi²

Foreign Born2.8%

Economy

Median Income$1,500

Per Capita$1,450

Unemployment6.8%

Poverty28.0%

Avg Weekly Wage$28

Housing

C+

Home Value$10,000

Rent$30

Ownership

Housing Units3,298

Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F

Sunny Days196/yr

Rain118.8 in/yr

Elevation102 ft