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Gulmarg, India

Jammu and Kashmir · 🇮🇳 India

Gulmarg is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 1,965. Elevation: 8,799 ft (2,682 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,965 Population
8,799 ft Elevation 2,682 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population1,965
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation8,799 ft (2,682 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population1,965
Elevation8,799 ft (2,682 m)
Coordinates34.0536°, 74.3819°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (949 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.8 inches (22 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Gulmarg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gulmarg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gulmarg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gulmarg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Gulmarg has a population of 1,965. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,965
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gulmarg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gulmarg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gulmarg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Gulmarg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gulmarg, 7.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% are current smokers. 12.6% report depression. 73.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gulmarg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Gulmarg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 268 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation8,799 ft (2,682 m)
Coordinates34.0536°N, 74.3819°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). 55.9% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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