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Jhābua, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Jhābua is a mid-size city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 35,753. Elevation: 1,096 ft (334 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
35,753 Population 176/sq mi density
1,096 ft Elevation 334 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population35,753
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density176/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units14,301
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Population35,753
Population Density176 / sq mi
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Coordinates22.7677°, 74.5909°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (798 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Jhābua

Jhābua is a mid-size city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 35,753. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jhābua has a population of 35,753 with a density of 176 people per square mile, spread across 203.0 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

35,753
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
203.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jhābua vs India Average

The median household income in Jhābua is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 644 business establishments.

Income: Jhābua vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)644

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jhābua is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,301 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,301

Property Tax

Climate in Jhābua

Jhābua has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (33.7°C), the coldest is Jan (18.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1097 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.5°C / 65°F 7.3° / 31.4° 1.8
Feb 22.4°C / 72°F 9.5° / 36.2° 0.1
Mar 27.1°C / 81°F 13.6° / 40.5° 4.8
Apr 31.6°C / 89°F 19.2° / 43.4° 5.5
May 33.7°C / 93°F 22.8° / 44.7° 12.2
Jun 31°C / 88°F 24.3° / 41.9° 136.4
Jul 27.6°C / 82°F 23.3° / 34.4° 287.6
Aug 26.1°C / 79°F 22° / 31.7° 318.2
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21° / 31.7° 269.2
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 15.8° / 31.7° 43.9
Nov 21.2°C / 70°F 12.1° / 30.7° 10.5
Dec 18.9°C / 66°F 7.8° / 29.3° 7.0
Jhābua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Area203.0 sq mi (525.8 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates22.7677°N, 74.5909°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"
17% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.00"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Unnamed (1982).

Year Name Category Closest
1982 Unnamed Category 1 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
May 92°F (33°C) 0.2 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 4.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in

Jhābua has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 68°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and February the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Jhābua

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
New Catholic Mission Higher Secondary School
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Airports Near Jhābua

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dahod HelipadSmall Airport
Ratlam AirportSmall 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 Jhābua

What is the population of Jhābua?

Jhābua has a population of 35,753 residents and is located in India. The population density is 176 people per square mile, spread across 203.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jhābua expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Jhābua?

Jhābua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.

How is the job market in Jhābua?

Jhābua has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 644 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jhābua?

The median home value in Jhābua is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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