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Habiganj, Bangladesh

Sylhet Division · 🇧🇩 Bangladesh

Habiganj is a mid-size city in Sylhet Division, Bangladesh with a population of 88,760. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
88,760 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
99.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dhaka Timezone
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.3%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
5% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

People

Population88,760
Median Age27.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,551
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.9%

Health

Obesity5.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.4%
Depression3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI170 (Unhealthy)
Rain99.1 in/yr
Sunny Days182/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband44.5%
Population88,760
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates24.3804°, 91.4130°
TimezoneAsia/Dhaka
Country🇧🇩 Bangladesh
State / ProvinceSylhet Division
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation99.1 inches (2,516 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age27.9 years

Is Habiganj a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Habiganj receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Habiganj has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Habiganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 182 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 99.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170.

Habiganj has a population of 88,760. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 54.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

88,760
Total Population
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Habiganj vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Habiganj vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Habiganj is N/A. Per capita income is $2,551 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Habiganj vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
5% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Habiganj, 5.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 0.0% report binge drinking. 66.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.3%
83% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity66.1%
Depression3.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.0%

Food & Exercise

Habiganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 182 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 13% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days182 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall99.1 inches
161% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median170.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %12.6%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates24.3804°N, 91.4130°W
TimezoneAsia/Dhaka

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
March 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
May 82°F (28°C) 15.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 19.8 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 15.4 in
August 83°F (29°C) 14.5 in Warmest
September 83°F (28°C) 12.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest

Habiganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 64°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 99.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (19.8") and December the driest (0.2").

23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 44.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Habiganj

What is the population of Habiganj?

Habiganj has a population of 88,760 residents and is located in Bangladesh.. The median age of residents is 27.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Habiganj expensive to live in?

Habiganj is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Habiganj?

Habiganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 170.

How is the job market in Habiganj?

Habiganj has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Habiganj?

23.7% of adults in Habiganj hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Habiganj?

The obesity rate in Habiganj is 5.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 66.1% are physically inactive. 3.9% of residents report depression.

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