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Jāmbai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Jāmbai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 16,522. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,522 Population 90/sq mi density
574 ft Elevation 175 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
28.0 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
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,522
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density90/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,609
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Population16,522
Population Density90 / sq mi
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Coordinates11.4678°, 77.6434°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (710 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Jāmbai

Jāmbai is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 16,522. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet (175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jāmbai has a population of 16,522 with a density of 90 people per square mile, spread across 182.8 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,522
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
182.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jāmbai vs India Average

The median household income in Jāmbai 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 297 business establishments.

Income: Jāmbai vs India

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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)297

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jāmbai 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 6,609 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 Units6,609

Property Tax

Climate in Jāmbai

Jāmbai has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.7°C), the coldest is Dec (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 14.9° / 33.5° 19.4
Feb 26.1°C / 79°F 16.5° / 37.2° 3.3
Mar 29.1°C / 84°F 18.6° / 40° 12.7
Apr 30.7°C / 87°F 22.5° / 40.7° 40.7
May 29.4°C / 85°F 22.4° / 39.9° 116.6
Jun 27.6°C / 82°F 21.4° / 36.5° 67.9
Jul 26.6°C / 80°F 21.2° / 35.3° 93.9
Aug 26.5°C / 80°F 20.7° / 35.4° 128.7
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 20.2° / 34.2° 121.5
Oct 25.2°C / 77°F 19.4° / 33.3° 176.7
Nov 23.9°C / 75°F 17.8° / 30.2° 132.3
Dec 23.2°C / 74°F 15.9° / 30.7° 67.6
Jāmbai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 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 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.0°F
52% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area182.8 sq mi (473.3 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates11.4678°N, 77.6434°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.0"
26% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.77"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 192 km
2011 Thane Category 1 247 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 246 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 181 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 181 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
March 85°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 87°F (31°C) 1.9 in Warmest
May 87°F (31°C) 3.5 in
June 84°F (29°C) 1.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 2.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 3.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Jāmbai has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 77°F in December to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.4").

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Libraries in Jāmbai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
cd memorial library0.0
Central Library0.0
Competitive Exam Success Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0
Public Branch Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Village Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Jāmbai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Monday market
Sandhai
Sunday Market
Weekly Market
Weekly Market
Weekly Market
Weekly Market (sandhai)

Stadiums & Teams in Jāmbai

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jāmbai

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport
Coimbatore Air Force StationSmall Airport

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 Jāmbai

What is the population of Jāmbai?

Jāmbai has a population of 16,522 residents and is located in India. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 182.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jāmbai 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 Jāmbai?

Jāmbai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches.

How is the job market in Jāmbai?

Jāmbai 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 297 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jāmbai?

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

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