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Highways, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Highways is a small town in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 4,882. Elevation: 5,154 ft (1,571 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,882 Population 13/sq mi density
5,154 ft Elevation 1,571 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
56.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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People

Population4,882
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units1,953
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation5,154 ft (1,571 m)
Population4,882
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation5,154 ft (1,571 m)
Coordinates9.6475°, 77.3600°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation56.0 inches (1,422 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Highways

Highways is a small town in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 4,882. The city sits at an elevation of 5,154 feet (1,571 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Highways has a population of 4,882 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 378.3 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,882
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
378.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Highways vs India Average

The median household income in Highways is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 88 business establishments.

Income: Highways vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)88

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Highways is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,953 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,953

Property Tax

Highways has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,154 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,154 ft (1,571 m)
Area378.3 sq mi (979.7 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates9.6475°N, 77.3600°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.0"
47% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 213 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 288 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 220 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 3.6 in
May 76°F (24°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.8 in
August 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in
October 71°F (22°C) 9.1 in Wettest
November 69°F (21°C) 8.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in

Highways has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.1") and February the driest (1.3").

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Museums in Highways

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Green Park Ayurvedic Spices and Plantation
Spice garden
Spice garden

Libraries in Highways

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Achakda vayannasala0.0
Balagram Library0.0
Cumbummettu Vayanasala0.0
Gandhiji memorial vayanasala kattekanam0.0
Kuzhikandam Vayanasala0.0
Library, Third Camp0.0
Malanad Public Library puliyanmala0.0
Pattom Memorial Public Library0.0
PM Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Highways

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
chinnamanur vegetable market
Mudiyeruma Market
nedumkandam market
Sunday Market
Thookupalam Sunday Market

Restaurants in Highways

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petchiyammal Hotel

Airports Near Highways

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Highways

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Akashaparava
Jai Matha Old Age Home
Navadarasana rehabilitation facility for addicts

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 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 Highways

What is the population of Highways?

Highways has a population of 4,882 residents and is located in India. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 378.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Highways expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Highways?

Highways has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches.

How is the job market in Highways?

Highways has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 88 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Highways?

The median home value in Highways is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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