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Harihar, India

Karnataka · India

Harihar is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 83,219. Elevation: 1,791 ft (546 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
83,219 Population 27,648/sq mi density
1,791 ft Elevation 546 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population83,219
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density27,648/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units33,288
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)
Population83,219
Population Density27,648 / sq mi
Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)
Coordinates14.5129°, 75.8072°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Harihar

Harihar is a mid-size city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 83,219. The city sits at an elevation of 1,791 feet (546 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Harihar has a population of 83,219 with a density of 27,648 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

83,219
Total Population
27,648
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Harihar vs India Average

The median household income in Harihar is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3 business establishments.

Income: Harihar vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)3

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare3
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Harihar is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 33,288 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units33,288

Property Tax

Climate in Harihar

Harihar has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1163 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23°C / 73°F 13.3° / 33.6° 14.8
Feb 25.5°C / 78°F 14.6° / 36.7° 5.0
Mar 28.6°C / 83°F 16.9° / 40° 1.4
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 20.6° / 40.9° 37.4
May 28.5°C / 83°F 21.5° / 39.8° 113.8
Jun 25.5°C / 78°F 20.1° / 34.3° 137.0
Jul 24.2°C / 75°F 20.4° / 30.2° 256.9
Aug 24.1°C / 75°F 20.2° / 30.2° 182.0
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 19.5° / 30.7° 175.9
Oct 24.1°C / 75°F 17.3° / 31° 174.4
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 15° / 30.7° 49.0
Dec 22.9°C / 73°F 13.7° / 31.9° 15.2
Harihar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,791 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above India avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density27,648/sq mi
Coordinates14.5129°N, 75.8072°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gay (1989).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Gay Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 85°F (29°C) 1.8 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 3.5 in
June 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.6 in
August 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in
September 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Harihar has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 73°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Harihar

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
DRM school - - - -
Mysore Kirloskar School - - - -
DRM school campus - - - -
Ambedkar Government School - - - -
Maria Nivas Church Convent - - - -
Bapuji High School - - - -
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Libraries in Harihar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Harihar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
APMC
Davangere APMC Wholesale Vegetable Market
Davangere APMC Wholesale Vegetable Market
HOPCOMS Fruit Stall
HOPCOMS Fruit Stall
HOPCOMS Fruit Stall
HOPCOMS Fruit Stall
K.R. Market
Wholesale & Retail Flower Market
Wholesale & Retail Flower Market

Cinemas in Harihar

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jayasree theatre
Sreekanth Theatre

Train Stations in Harihar

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harihar

Bus Stations in Harihar

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harihar KSRTC bus station

Gas Stations in Harihar

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #1280878353

Stadiums & Teams in Harihar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Harihar

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rashtrakavi Kuvempu AirportRQYMedium Airport
Harihar Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harihar

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anjaneya Temple
Basilica of Our Lady of Health
Durgamma Temple
Harihareshwara temple
Harihareshwara temple
Raghavendra Swamy Matha

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Harihar

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 11
Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 1
Parks 4
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 5

🇮🇳 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 Harihar

What is the population of Harihar?

Harihar has a population of 83,219 residents and is located in India. The population density is 27,648 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Harihar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Harihar?

Harihar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in Harihar?

Harihar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 3 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Harihar?

The median home value in Harihar is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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