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Jammu Cantonment, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Jammu Cantonment is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 28,396. Elevation: 1,007 ft (307 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
28,396 Population 106/sq mi density
1,007 ft Elevation 307 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
55.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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About Jammu Cantonment

Jammu Cantonment is a cantonment town in Jammu City in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

People

Population28,396
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density106/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units11,358
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Population28,396
Population Density106 / sq mi
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Coordinates32.7044°, 74.8611°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation55.3 inches (1,405 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Jammu Cantonment

Jammu Cantonment is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 28,396. The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet (307 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jammu Cantonment has a population of 28,396 with a density of 106 people per square mile, spread across 267.9 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,396
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
267.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jammu Cantonment vs India Average

The median household income in Jammu Cantonment is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 511 business establishments.

Income: Jammu Cantonment vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)511

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jammu Cantonment is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,358 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,358

Property Tax

Climate in Jammu Cantonment

Jammu Cantonment has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.5°C), the coldest is Jan (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1364 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.4°C / 52°F 4.8° / 21.2° 96.0
Feb 14.6°C / 58°F 5.2° / 25.1° 63.7
Mar 19.6°C / 67°F 9.7° / 31.9° 90.5
Apr 25.2°C / 77°F 14° / 37.4° 65.2
May 30.1°C / 86°F 18.3° / 43.9° 50.1
Jun 33.5°C / 92°F 22.8° / 44.3° 88.2
Jul 30.9°C / 88°F 24° / 41° 364.8
Aug 28.6°C / 84°F 23.5° / 34.4° 292.4
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 21.1° / 33.1° 142.2
Oct 23.3°C / 74°F 15.4° / 31.5° 46.7
Nov 18.3°C / 65°F 11.3° / 28.2° 35.4
Dec 13.5°C / 56°F 6° / 24.5° 28.9
Jammu Cantonment has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above India avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area267.9 sq mi (694.0 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates32.7044°N, 74.8611°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.3"
46% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 17.17"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

160 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

May 1, 2013 16 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.7 102 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 108 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 106 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 108 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 108 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 121 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 95 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 107 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 118 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 138 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 133 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 94 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 127 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 114 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 108 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 103 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 102 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 103 km
Sep 8, 2019 44 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M4.8 129 km
Oct 14, 2001 5 km W of Chamba, India M4.8 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
March 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
April 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
May 85°F (30°C) 1.1 in
June 89°F (32°C) 2.8 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 13.9 in
August 83°F (28°C) 17.2 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in

Jammu Cantonment has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 52°F in January to 89°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 55.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.2") and November the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Jammu Cantonment

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Govt. Higher Secondary School for Boys — — — —
St. Mary's Presentation Convent School — — — —
Old Nagbani School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Jammu Cantonment

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Jammu Cantonment

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amar Mahal Museum & Library
Amar Mahal Museum & Library
Amar Singh Museum
Amar Singh Museum
Ambaran Buddhist Site Museum
Dogra Art Museum
Dogra Art Museum
Wadia Museum of Natural History
Wadia Museum of Natural History

Libraries in Jammu Cantonment

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
College Library0.0
College Library0.0
Ranbir Library0.0
Reader’s Paradise Library0.0
Reader’s Paradise Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Jammu Cantonment

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bahu Plaza
Bahu Plaza

Hotels in Jammu Cantonment

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Asia
Imperial Lodge Hotel
Kranti Hotel
SPOT ON 61512

Cinemas in Jammu Cantonment

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apsara Multiplex
Wave Cinemas

Monuments in Jammu Cantonment

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bikram Chowk

Clinics in Jammu Cantonment

30 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Advance Hair Transplant Clinic
Ankur Clinic
Ayur Health Care
Benison IVF& Health Care Clinic
Care Physiotherapy Clinic
Dr. Ajay Wakhloo Clinic
Dr. Batra's Homoeopathy Clinic
Dr. Daiwik Homoeo Clinic
Dr. Dogra Skin Clinic
Dr. Gaurav's Aesthetic Solutions
Dr. Seetal Singh's Clinic
Dr. Soodan's Skin Care
ENT Clinic
Gem Eye Care Centre
Goel Eye Clinic & Retina Centre
Homoeopathic Clinic
Janam Fertility Centre
Kanav Bone & Joint Clinic
Kudyar Clinic
Life Scan Nursing Home
Lochan Nursing Home
M Sadiq Sabunia
Maximum Clinics
Medicare Nursing Home
Sachdeva Netralaya
Santosh Eye Care Centre
Shine n Glow Skin Care Clinic
Sood Eye Centre
Triveni Nursing Home
Vatsalya Child Clinic

Dentists in Jammu Cantonment

15 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ahal Dental Clinic
Align Dental Clinic
Complete Dental Care
Dento Care Dental Clinic
Dr. Gautam Sharma Dental Centre
Dr. Mangli's Dental Clinic
Dr. Moin's Artistry Dental Clinic
Dr. Neeraj Dental Centre
Dr. Shatakshi's Town Dental
Dr. Som's Dental Clinic
Elite Smile Dental Clinic
Ideal Dental Care
J.K. Dental Care
Kotwal Dental Health Clinic
Smile Well Soon Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Jammu Cantonment

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jammu Tawi

Bus Stations in Jammu Cantonment

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jammu Tawi Bus Station
Kargil House Jammu

Gas Stations in Jammu Cantonment

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
HP Gas Station
Indian Oil
Petrol Pump

Banks in Jammu Cantonment

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Reserve Bank of India

Shopping Malls in Jammu Cantonment

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wave Mall

Stadiums & Teams in Jammu Cantonment

TeamLeagueDivision
B.S.F. Sports Stadium

Airports Near Jammu Cantonment

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sialkot International AirportSKTLarge Airport
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force Station—Medium Airport
Rahwali Airport—Small Airport
Rajouri AirportRJISmall Airport
Sialkot Cantonment Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Jammu Cantonment

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
General Post Office
Guru Nanak Nagar Post Office
Post Office - Satwari
Trackon Courier

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jammu Cantonment

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dudhadhari Temple
Laxmi Narayan Temple
Laxmi Narayan Temple
Panch Mandir
Shiv Mandir
Sri Guru Ram Dass Ji Gurudwara
Sri Guru Ram Dass Ji Gurudwara
St. Mary's Garrison Church
St. Mary's Garrison Church
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
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jammu Cantonment

What is the population of Jammu Cantonment?

Jammu Cantonment has a population of 28,396 residents and is located in India. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 267.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jammu Cantonment expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Jammu Cantonment?

Jammu Cantonment has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.3 inches.

How is the job market in Jammu Cantonment?

The job market in Jammu Cantonment faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 511 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jammu Cantonment?

The median home value in Jammu Cantonment is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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