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Jessore, Bangladesh

Khulna Division · 🇧🇩 Bangladesh

Jessore is a large city in Khulna Division, Bangladesh with a population of 243,987. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
243,987 Population 24,571/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
65.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dhaka Timezone
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.3%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
5% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

People

Population243,987
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density24,571/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,551
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.9%

Health

Obesity5.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.4%
Depression3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI170 (Unhealthy)
Rain65.9 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband44.5%
Population243,987
Population Density24,571 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates23.1697°, 89.2137°
TimezoneAsia/Dhaka
Country🇧🇩 Bangladesh
State / ProvinceKhulna Division
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation65.9 inches (1,675 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age27.9 years

Is Jessore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jessore receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Jessore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Jessore has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170.

Jessore has a population of 243,987 with a density of 24,571 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 54.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

243,987
Total Population
24,571
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jessore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jessore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jessore is N/A. Per capita income is $2,551 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Jessore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
5% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Jessore, 5.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 0.0% report binge drinking. 66.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Jessore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.3%
83% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity66.1%
Depression3.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.0%

Food & Exercise

Jessore has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 13% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.9 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median170.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %12.6%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.7 km²)
Population Density24,571/sq mi
Coordinates23.1697°N, 89.2137°W
TimezoneAsia/Dhaka

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in
April 85°F (29°C) 3.3 in
May 86°F (30°C) 7.1 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 11.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.6 in
September 84°F (29°C) 10.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 5.2 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.0 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest

Jessore has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 65°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 65.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (0.4").

23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 44.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density24,571/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jessore

What is the population of Jessore?

Jessore has a population of 243,987 residents and is located in Bangladesh. The population density is 24,571 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Jessore expensive to live in?

Jessore is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Jessore?

Jessore has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 170.

How is the job market in Jessore?

Jessore has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Jessore?

23.7% of adults in Jessore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Jessore?

The obesity rate in Jessore is 5.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 66.1% are physically inactive. 3.9% of residents report depression.

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