Jaisalmer, India

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

67,604 Population 34,317/sq mi density

768 ft Elevation 234 meters

81°F Avg Temperature 27°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.7 / 5.0

$1,700 median income, 8.0% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.7 / 5.0

$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

Jaisalmer, India

At a Glance

Median Income

$1,700

98% below

$1,500 per capita

Home Value

$12,000

96% below

Median Rent

$35/mo

97% below

29.4% of income on rent

Unemployment

8.0%

122% above

22.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

81°F

322 sunny days/yr

Is Jaisalmer a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Jaisalmer residents earn a median household income of $1,700 , which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 221 business establishments, including 78 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Jaisalmer is $12,000 , 96% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $35/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Jaisalmer has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. The area gets 322 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population67,604

Median Age25.5 yrs

Density34,317/mi²

Foreign Born0.4%

Economy

Median Income$1,700

Per Capita$1,500

Unemployment8.0%

Poverty22.0%

Avg Weekly Wage$29

Housing

C+

Home Value$12,000

Rent$35

Ownership

Housing Units27,042

Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F

Sunny Days322/yr

Rain7.8 in/yr

Elevation768 ft