Jharia, India

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

86,938 Population 3,288/sq mi density

669 ft Elevation 204 meters

79°F Avg Temperature 26°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

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

Economy

1.7 / 5.0

$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.9 / 5.0

$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

Jharia, India

At a Glance

Median Income

$1,200

98% below

$1,050 per capita

Home Value

$8,000

97% below

Median Rent

$28/mo

98% below

30.8% of income on rent

Unemployment

5.8%

61% above

29.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

79°F

252 sunny days/yr

Is Jharia a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Jharia residents earn a median household income of $1,200 , which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 14 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Jharia is $8,000 , 97% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $28/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Jharia has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population86,938

Median Age23.5 yrs

Density3,288/mi²

Foreign Born0.2%

Economy

Median Income$1,200

Per Capita$1,050

Unemployment5.8%

Poverty29.0%

Avg Weekly Wage$20

Housing

C+

Home Value$8,000

Rent$28

Ownership

Housing Units34,775

Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F

Sunny Days252/yr

Rain46.1 in/yr

Elevation669 ft