Jalandhar, India

Full City Profile

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

868,929 Population 20,460/sq mi density

797 ft Elevation 243 meters

74°F Avg Temperature 24°C

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

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

Economy

2.4 / 5.0

$2,800 median income, 7.5% unemployment

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Affordability

2.6 / 5.0

$20,000 home value, $45/mo rent

Jalandhar, India

At a Glance

Median Income

$2,800

96% below

$2,650 per capita

Home Value

$20,000

93% below

Median Rent

$45/mo

96% below

26.9% of income on rent

Unemployment

7.5%

108% above

9.5% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

74°F

288 sunny days/yr

Is Jalandhar a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.5 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Jalandhar residents earn a median household income of $2,800 , which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,650. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 233 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Jalandhar is $20,000 , 93% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $45/month, with 26.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Jalandhar has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population868,929

Median Age30.0 yrs

Density20,460/mi²

Foreign Born0.5%

Economy

Median Income$2,800

Per Capita$2,650

Unemployment7.5%

Poverty9.5%

Avg Weekly Wage$51

Housing

C+

Home Value$20,000

Rent$45

Ownership

Housing Units347,572

Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F

Sunny Days288/yr

Rain26.5 in/yr

Elevation797 ft