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Hosūr, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Hosūr is a large city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 229,528. Elevation: 2,858 ft (871 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
229,528 Population 6,605/sq mi density
2,858 ft Elevation 871 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
30.8 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
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Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population229,528
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density6,605/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

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Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units91,811
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Population229,528
Population Density6,605 / sq mi
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Coordinates12.7365°, 77.8326°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation30.8 inches (782 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Hosūr

Hosūr is a large city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 229,528. The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet (871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Hosūr has a population of 229,528 with a density of 6,605 people per square mile, spread across 34.8 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

229,528
Total Population
6,605
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
34.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hosūr vs India Average

The median household income in Hosūr 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 92 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.

Income: Hosūr vs India

Commute Mode

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)92

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare32
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hosūr 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 91,811 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 Units91,811

Property Tax

Climate in Hosūr

Hosūr has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.3°C), the coldest is Dec (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1136 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 12.9° / 32.4° 6.7
Feb 24.2°C / 76°F 14.3° / 36.1° 4.8
Mar 27.5°C / 82°F 16.2° / 38.8° 9.0
Apr 29.3°C / 85°F 19.8° / 39.9° 47.4
May 28.2°C / 83°F 21° / 39° 164.0
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 20.1° / 34.7° 101.4
Jul 25.1°C / 77°F 19.8° / 32.8° 118.2
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 19.7° / 32.7° 198.8
Sep 24.4°C / 76°F 18.9° / 31.5° 149.8
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 18.1° / 30.9° 188.4
Nov 22.5°C / 73°F 15.8° / 29.1° 98.4
Dec 21.6°C / 71°F 14° / 29.6° 49.1
Hosūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 30.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.9°F
39% above India avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Area34.8 sq mi (90.0 km²)
Population Density6,605/sq mi
Coordinates12.7365°N, 77.8326°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.8"
19% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.77"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 284 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 228 km
2011 Thane Category 1 253 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 258 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 218 km
1989 Gay Category 5 283 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 274 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 211 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
October 74°F (23°C) 6.8 in Wettest
November 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Hosūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 69°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Hosūr

Institution Type Founded Website
Adhiyamaan College of Engineering College 1987 Visit →
ASB Government Junior College College
College of Poultry Production and Management College
Government Polytechnic College College Visit →

Schools in Hosūr

41 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Higher Secondary School
Government Boys School
Government Girls School
Don Bosco School
St. Joseph's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
St. Joseph's Primary School
Maharishi Vidhya Mandir Primary School
Fathima Primary School
Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Panchayat Union Primary School
Yogi Vemana Matric Higher Secondary School
Panchayat Union School
Hosur Public School
Sishya school
Harvest International School
MS Dhoni Global School
Vijay Vidhyashram School
Advaith Matriculation School
Nimai Public School
Velammal Vidyalaya
Bharathi Vidhyalaya Matriculation School
Government Higher Secondary School
Vailankanni School
Seventh-day Adventists School
Vijay Vidyalaya School
Panchayat Union School
Government Boys School
Government Girls School
Don Bosco School
Maharishi Vidhya Mandir Primary School
Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Parimalam School
Hosur Public School
Sishya school
MS Dhoni Global School
Velammal Vidyalaya
Bharathi Vidhyalaya Matriculation School
Parimalam School
Vailankanni School
Seventh-day Adventists School
Vijay Vidyalaya School
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Radio Stations near Hosūr

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Retro Bollywood MP3
AIR Raagam UNKNOWN
Shaiva Lahari devotional, hindu MP3 128 kbps
Sakkath Radio MP3

Museums in Hosūr

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boschi India Experience Centre
CURIOUSCITY Science Center
HAL Aerospace Museum
Indian Music Experience
Karnataka Government Museum
Kempegowda Museum
Manjushree Museum of Packaging and Design
Museum of Art and Photography
Museum of Memories
NIMHANS Brain Museum
NIMHANS Heritage Museum
ParSEC Whitefield
Rezwan Razack Museum of Indian Paper Money
Sandesha Museum of Communication
SL Bhatia Medicine Museum
The Registry of Sarees
Traffic Police Museum
Vimor Museum of Living Textiles
Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Libraries in Hosūr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bangalore Club Library0.0
Bangalore Club Library0.0
BBMP Reading Room0.0
BBMP Reading Room0.0
BIC Library0.0
BIC Library0.0
Bowring Institute Library0.0
Bowring Institute Library0.0
BTM Library0.0
Central Library Bangalore South Zone0.0
Central Library of NIMHANS0.0
Christ University Library0.0
Christ University Library0.0
Christ University Library0.0
Christ University Library0.0
City Central Library, South Division0.0
CMRIT Library0.0
DVK Central Library0.0
Eloor Lending Libraries0.0
Eloor Lending Libraries0.0
Haadibadi0.0
Haadibadi0.0
IIMB Library0.0
IIMB Library0.0
Indira Priyadarshini Children's Library0.0
Indiranagar Library0.0
Indiranagar Library0.0
Just Books0.0
Just Books0.0
Just Books0.0
Just Books0.0
Just Books0.0
Just Books0.0
JustBooks0.0
kglibrary0.0
kglibrary0.0
Kor 901 Library0.0
Kor 901 Library0.0
KSEL Branch Library0.0
Library and information center0.0
MAP Library0.0
MAP Library0.0
Max Muller Bhavan0.0
Max Muller Bhavan0.0
Mythic Society Library0.0
Rajesh circulating library0.0
Rajesh circulating library0.0
Ramakrishna Mission Library0.0
Reading Room0.0
Reading Room0.0
Secondary Section Library0.0
State Central Library0.0
ThinkBox Children's Library0.0
ThinkBox Children's Library0.0
Tubarahalli Digital Library0.0
Urbs Indis Library and Garden0.0
Urbs Indis Library and Garden0.0
Whitefield Granthalaya0.0
Wipro ISD0.0
Yemalur Public Library0.0
Yemalur Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hosūr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
APMC Market
Bathalapalli Vegetable Market
Bathalapalli Vegetable Market
BMP Market
Chandrapura Market
Farmer's Market
Fruit, Flower and Vegetable vendors
Fruit, Flower and Vegetable vendors
HAL Market
Halasuru Fruit and Vegetable Market
HOPCOMS
Infantry Road Furniture Market
Infantry Road Furniture Market
Jayanagar 9th Block market
Jayanagar 9th Block market
Jayanagar 9th Block market
Johnson Market
M.G.R Marketplace
M.G.R Marketplace
Madiwala Market
Madiwala Market
Madiwala Market
Manjunatha Provision Store
Murphy Town Market
Nidhin Stores
Nidhin Stores
Russel Market
Sampangi Rama Nagar Vegetables Market
Sri Shakthi Medicals
Sri Shakthi Medicals
Thippasandra Market

Hotels in Hosūr

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A.S.R. Parklane
Dhanunjaya's Luxury Hotel
Fortune Hosur
Hotel Peppermint
Hotel Sakura Inn
Hotel Tamil Nadu
Sri Krishna Palace
TGI Grand Fortuna
The Victoria Hotel & Arcade
Vasanth Vihar

Restaurants in Hosūr

13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amrutha
Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant
Aryabavan Sweets Pure Veg Restaurant
Hotel Ananth Bhavan
Hotel Victoria
Janani Garden
Mangalam
New Nellai Bhavan
R.K. Hotel
Rayalaseema Spice
Rich Saravana Bhavan
Sun Empire Restaurant
Yeshoda Towers

Cafes in Hosūr

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Black Pekoe Tea

Theatres in Hosūr

4 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lakshmi Devi
Manjunatha
Sri Balaji Talkies
Srinivasa

Clinics in Hosūr

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Andal Private Nursing Home
Meera Nursing Home, Krishnagiri
Narayana Hrudayalaya Superspecialty Clinic
Thangam Nursing Home
Thangam Private Nursing Home

Train Stations in Hosūr

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hosur

Bus Stations in Hosūr

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hosur Main Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Hosūr

15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auto LPG
Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum
HP
HP
HP
IN #2344429240
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Jio Bp
TVSundram Iyangar

Banks in Hosūr

29 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank
Canara Bank
DBS Bank India
Dharmapuri DCC Bank
ESAF Small Finance Bank
Federal Bank
HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank
ICICI Bank
ICICI Bank
IDBI Bank
Indian Bank
Indian Bank
Indian Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
IndusInd Bank
Jana Small Finance Bank
Karur Vysya Bank
Kotak Mahindra Bank
RBL Bank
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
Syndicate Bank
UCO Bank
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
Union Bank of India
Yes Bank

Breweries in Hosūr

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Backstreet
Brother Barley Brewing Company
Brother Barley Brewing Company
Ichin Restaurant
Ichin Restaurant
Iron Hill Bengaluru
Mannheim Craft Brewery
Old Mill Brewing Co.
The Golden Circle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Hosūr

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hosūr

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kempegowda International Airport BengaluruBLRLarge Airport
HAL AirportMedium Airport
Hosur AirportSmall Airport
Jakkur AerodromeSmall Airport
Yelahanka Air Force StationSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hosūr

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Main Post Office
Main Post Office

Treatment Centers in Hosūr

69 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A K Clinic
Aditi Maternity and Genral Nursing Home
Andal Private Nursing Home
Anjana Diagnostics
Annayya Healthcare Pvt Ltd
APM Optics
Astha Centre of Autism
Bhargavi Clinic
CGHS Dispensary
ClinRad
Cosmetic Dental clinic
Diacure Diagnostics
Dr Thomas
Dr. Batra's
Dr. Dhirendra H Deshpande
Dr. Patel's Homeopathy Clinic
Dr. Rama's Test Tube Baby Centre
Dr.Spine Clinic
Flow
Garden City Polyclinic
Health Total
Heart lung clinic
Homeocare International
Homeopathic Self Reliance Forum
Indiranagar Specialist Center
Jnanakshi Eye Clinic
Kapila Eye Clinic
Kerala Ayurvedic clinic
Kiran Homeopathic
Lotus Diagnostic centre
Manasa Medical Centre
Mangesh Clinic
Maple Clinic
Meera Nursing Home, Krishnagiri
Miracle Homeopathy And Ayurveda
Murthy Health and Research Centre
My Family Doctor
Narayana Hrudayalaya Dental Clinic
Narayana Hrudayalaya Superspecialty Clinic
National Medical Center
Nationwide
NIMHANS De-Addiction Centre
Oasis Artificial Kidney Care (P) Ltd
Ojus Medicare
Qi Spine Clinic
Rajan's Speech & Hearing Center
Ramkrishna Nursing Home
Retina Clinic
Roshni Nursing Home
Sagar Clinic
Samatvam Diabeties Center
Saraswathi Healthcare
Sarathi Clinic
Shaivi Homeopathic Clinic
Sharadha Nursing Home
Shashi Clinic
Shilpa Homeopathic Clinic
Shraddha Dental Care
Shrinivasa Clinic
Smile Dental Clinic
Speciality Clinic
Sshiradi Sai Family Care Clinic
Thangam Nursing Home
Thangam Private Nursing Home
The Apollo Clinic, Bengaluru Urban
Vijaya Speciality Clinic
Vikram Eye Clinic
Vital Medi Health Care Pvt Ltd
We Care Homeopathy

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hosūr

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ayyappan Temple
CSI Church
CSI Church
Ganapathy temple
Kalabairavar Temple
Mary's Church
Sri Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
Sri Kalikambal Kamateshwarar Temple
trimula srichakra temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Hosūr

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 19
Hospitals 21
Pharmacies 11
Restaurants 16
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 4
Banks 30
Hotels 9
Parks 5
Police Stations 3
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 11

🇮🇳 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hosūr

What is the population of Hosūr?

Hosūr has a population of 229,528 residents and is located in India. The population density is 6,605 people per square mile, spread across 34.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hosūr 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 Hosūr?

Hosūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.

How is the job market in Hosūr?

Hosūr 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 92 business establishments in the area, including 16 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Hosūr?

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

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