Gorakhpur, India

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

674,246 Population 12,385/sq mi density

272 ft Elevation 83 meters

77°F Avg Temperature 25°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

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

Economy

1.8 / 5.0

$1,200 median income, 5.5% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.7 / 5.0

$8,500 home value, $30/mo rent

Gorakhpur, India

At a Glance

Median Income

$1,200

98% below

$900 per capita

Home Value

$8,500

97% below

Median Rent

$30/mo

97% below

30.6% of income on rent

Unemployment

5.5%

53% above

28.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

77°F

254 sunny days/yr

Is Gorakhpur a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Gorakhpur residents earn a median household income of $1,200 , which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $900. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 133 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Gorakhpur is $8,500 , 97% 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

Gorakhpur has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population674,246

Median Age23.0 yrs

Density12,385/mi²

Foreign Born0.2%

Economy

Median Income$1,200

Per Capita$900

Unemployment5.5%

Poverty28.0%

Avg Weekly Wage$17

Housing

C+

Home Value$8,500

Rent$30

Ownership

Housing Units269,698

Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F

Sunny Days254/yr

Rain47.0 in/yr

Elevation272 ft