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Ilkal, India

Karnataka · India

Ilkal is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 60,242. Elevation: 1,850 ft (564 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
60,242 Population 133/sq mi density
1,850 ft Elevation 564 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
27.4 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

Population60,242
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density133/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units24,097
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Population60,242
Population Density133 / sq mi
Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Coordinates15.9592°, 76.1135°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.4 inches (697 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Ilkal

Ilkal is a mid-size city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 60,242. The city sits at an elevation of 1,850 feet (564 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Ilkal has a population of 60,242 with a density of 133 people per square mile, spread across 452.3 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

60,242
Total Population
133
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
452.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ilkal vs India Average

The median household income in Ilkal 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 1,084 business establishments.

Income: Ilkal vs India

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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)1,084

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ilkal 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 24,097 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 Units24,097

Property Tax

Climate in Ilkal

Ilkal has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.7°C), the coldest is Dec (23.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 701 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 13.2° / 34.4° 3.2
Feb 26°C / 79°F 14.9° / 37.2° 1.1
Mar 29.7°C / 86°F 17.4° / 40.8° 3.4
Apr 31.7°C / 89°F 21.1° / 41.7° 42.8
May 31.3°C / 88°F 22.7° / 41.7° 67.0
Jun 27.8°C / 82°F 21.7° / 37.9° 73.6
Jul 26°C / 79°F 21° / 33.6° 131.6
Aug 25.8°C / 78°F 20.9° / 32.8° 102.0
Sep 25.3°C / 78°F 19.8° / 33° 141.9
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 17.4° / 32.1° 108.1
Nov 23.6°C / 75°F 14.8° / 31.9° 20.7
Dec 23.3°C / 74°F 13.1° / 32.8° 5.4
Ilkal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,850 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above India avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Area452.3 sq mi (1,171.5 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates15.9592°N, 76.1135°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.4"
28% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.22"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 9, 2022.

Jul 9, 2022 Karnataka, India M4.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 85°F (30°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 2.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in
July 76°F (25°C) 4.2 in
August 76°F (25°C) 4.1 in
September 77°F (25°C) 6.2 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Ilkal has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 73°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Ilkal

Institution Type Founded Website
Channabhaveshwar Iti College College - ,
Govt Puc College College - ,
S R Kanthi College of Education College - ,
Sangameshwar Pre University College College - ,
Svc B.ed College Kushtagi College - ,

Radio Stations near Ilkal

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Dharawad - AAC 119 kbps

Museums in Ilkal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aihole museum

Hotels in Ilkal

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel JB Residency

Restaurants in Ilkal

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

V Cool Family Restaurant

Clinics in Ilkal

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kathare Nursing Home

Bus Stations in Ilkal

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus station

Gas Stations in Ilkal

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #3899803799
IN #3899803803
IN #3899803806
IN #3899803815

Banks in Ilkal

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank
Kotak Mahindra Bank
Syndicate Bank

Airports Near Ilkal

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baldota Koppal Aerodrome-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ilkal

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hazrath Sayyed Laadle Mashaq Dargha
Madina Masjid
Noorani Masjid

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 Ilkal

What is the population of Ilkal?

Ilkal has a population of 60,242 residents and is located in India. The population density is 133 people per square mile, spread across 452.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ilkal 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 Ilkal?

Ilkal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.

How is the job market in Ilkal?

Ilkal 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 1,084 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ilkal?

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

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