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Itanagar, India

Arunachal Pradesh · India

Itanagar is a mid-size city in Arunachal Pradesh, India with a population of 59,490. Elevation: 1,070 ft (326 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
59,490 Population 210/sq mi density
1,070 ft Elevation 326 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
101.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,900 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,900 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population59,490
Median Age23.0 yrs
Density210/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,900
Per Capita$2,050
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty24.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units23,796
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain101.0 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Population59,490
Population Density210 / sq mi
Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Coordinates27.0869°, 93.6099°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceArunachal Pradesh
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation101.0 inches (2,566 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,900
Median Age23.0 years

About Itanagar

Itanagar is a mid-size city in India (Arunachal Pradesh) with a population of 59,490. The city sits at an elevation of 1,070 feet (326 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Itanagar has a population of 59,490 with a density of 210 people per square mile, spread across 283.5 square miles. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

59,490
Total Population
210
People / sq mi
23.0yrs
Median Age
41% below India avg
283.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Itanagar vs India Average

The median household income in Itanagar is $1,900, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $39, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,071 business establishments.

Income: Itanagar vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,900
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,050
Avg Weekly Wage$39

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above India avg
Establishments (County)1,071

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Itanagar is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 23,796 total housing units in the city. 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units23,796

Property Tax

Climate in Itanagar

Itanagar has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.4°C), the coldest is Jan (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2329 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.7°C / 58°F 7.7° / 22.8° 14.9
Feb 16.5°C / 62°F 8.8° / 25.2° 38.0
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 12.3° / 30.1° 62.1
Apr 23.9°C / 75°F 16.3° / 32.7° 190.8
May 25.6°C / 78°F 18.8° / 33.6° 299.1
Jun 26.9°C / 80°F 21.6° / 32.7° 480.6
Jul 27.3°C / 81°F 23.2° / 33.2° 462.4
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 22.9° / 33.7° 318.3
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 22° / 33.3° 256.3
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 16.7° / 31° 189.3
Nov 19.3°C / 67°F 12.4° / 26.8° 9.4
Dec 15.9°C / 61°F 8.9° / 23.5° 8.0
Itanagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 101.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,070 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above India avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Area283.5 sq mi (734.3 km²)
Population Density210/sq mi
Coordinates27.0869°N, 93.6099°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.0"
166% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 19.25"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

165 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 119 km
Jul 19, 2019 64 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.5 104 km
Feb 17, 1995 41 km N of Bomdila, India M5.5 137 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 75 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 124 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 78 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 65 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 105 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 82 km
Jan 25, 2000 48 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.2 116 km
Mar 26, 2021 47 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 111 km
Dec 29, 1990 13 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 115 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 115 km
Jan 2, 2000 33 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 122 km
Dec 2, 1998 34 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.0 83 km
Sep 26, 1998 67 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.0 109 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 128 km
Jun 11, 2018 18 km NE of Rah?, India M4.9 126 km
May 29, 2023 6 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M4.9 121 km
Oct 29, 1990 9 km NW of Dhing, India M4.9 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 207 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 62°F (16°C) 1.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
May 76°F (24°C) 13.5 in
June 79°F (26°C) 17.4 in
July 80°F (26°C) 19.3 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 18.8 in Warmest
September 78°F (26°C) 13.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Driest

Itanagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 58°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 101.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (19.3") and December the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Itanagar

Institution Type Founded Website
Academic Block University - ,
Agricultural Department and CMS (Centre of Management Studies) University - ,
Centralised Library University - ,
Dera Natung Govt. College College - ,
ECE/ EE/ CSE department (NERIST) University - ,
Mechanical deptt. University - ,
National Institute of Technology - NIT Arunachal Pradesh University - ,
National Institute of Technology, Arunachal Pradesh College - ,
Rajiv Gandhi Polytechnic College College - ,
Rajiv Gandhi University - RGU Doimukh University - ,

Schools in Itanagar

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2 - - - -
Gyan Ganga Vidyapeeth School - - - -
VKV Itanagar - - - -
HIM International School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Itanagar

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Itanagar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CEFL Studio & Archives0.0
Centralised Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Itanagar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Super Market

Hotels in Itanagar

12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Annapurna Hotel
Hotel Centre Point
Hotel DawnLand
Hotel Green Land
Hotel Kosing
Hotel Nefa
Hotel Paramount
Hotel Park
Hotel Pine Ridge
Hotel Shangri La
PYBSS
Rema Homestay

Restaurants in Itanagar

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Annapurna restaurant
Bhutanese family restaurant
Chicago Pizza
Happy Hoolock’s
Happy Hoolock’s
Hotel Manza
Marsang
Marsang
Pizza Hut
Puri & fast food

Cafes in Itanagar

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Decembers
YUKI

Cinemas in Itanagar

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Drodel Cineworld

Clinics in Itanagar

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abees Clinic

Bus Stations in Itanagar

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arunachal pradesh State transport bus station

Gas Stations in Itanagar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ganga Petrolpump
IN #5064206603

Banks in Itanagar

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HDFC Bank
ICICI Bank
State Bank of India
State Bank of India, Ganga

Shopping Malls in Itanagar

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BB Plaza

Stadiums & Teams in Itanagar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Itanagar

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Itanagar Donyi Polo Hollongi AirportHGIMedium Airport
Jorhat AirportJRHMedium Airport
Lilabari North Lakhimpur AirportIXIMedium Airport
Ziro AirportZERMedium Airport

Post Offices in Itanagar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office, RK Hospital Complex

Churches & Religious Organizations in Itanagar

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church, Chandranagar
Gompa
Hanuman Mandir, Ganga market
st john bosco catholic church
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Theravada Buddhist Temple

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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Itanagar

What is the population of Itanagar?

Itanagar has a population of 59,490 residents and is located in India. The population density is 210 people per square mile, spread across 283.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Itanagar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,900, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Itanagar?

Itanagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 101.0 inches.

How is the job market in Itanagar?

The unemployment rate in Itanagar is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $39. There are 1,071 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Itanagar?

The median home value in Itanagar is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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