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Jowai, India

Meghalaya · India

Jowai is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 28,430. Elevation: 4,455 ft (1,358 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

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28,430 Population 67/sq mi density
4,455 ft Elevation 1,358 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
138.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,600 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

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People

Population28,430
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density67/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

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Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units11,372
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain138.6 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation4,455 ft (1,358 m)
Population28,430
Population Density67 / sq mi
Elevation4,455 ft (1,358 m)
Coordinates25.4360°, 92.1913°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation138.6 inches (3,521 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Jowai

Jowai is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 28,430. The city sits at an elevation of 4,455 feet (1,358 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 138.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jowai has a population of 28,430 with a density of 67 people per square mile, spread across 421.4 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,430
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
421.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jowai vs India Average

The median household income in Jowai is $1,600, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $29, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 512 business establishments.

Income: Jowai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,600
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,500
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above India avg
Establishments (County)512

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jowai is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $32 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,372 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$32
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,372

Property Tax

Climate in Jowai

Jowai has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.7°C), the coldest is Jan (12.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2927 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.7°C / 55°F 4.3° / 23.1° 8.0
Feb 14.3°C / 58°F 4.7° / 24.5° 23.8
Mar 18.5°C / 65°F 8.4° / 29.2° 73.4
Apr 21.6°C / 71°F 13.6° / 31.1° 202.4
May 23.1°C / 74°F 16° / 31.9° 443.2
Jun 24.2°C / 76°F 19.6° / 30.9° 691.5
Jul 24.7°C / 77°F 20.5° / 31.4° 530.2
Aug 24.6°C / 76°F 20.3° / 31.1° 404.5
Sep 24.2°C / 75°F 19° / 31.3° 297.5
Oct 21.9°C / 71°F 14.7° / 29.4° 232.1
Nov 17.6°C / 64°F 9.2° / 26.4° 12.0
Dec 14°C / 57°F 5.5° / 23.9° 8.7
Jowai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 138.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,455 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above India avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,455 ft (1,358 m)
Area421.4 sq mi (1,091.4 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates25.4360°N, 92.1913°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 138.6"
265% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 39.33"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

162 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 61 km
Dec 20, 1991 12 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.4 122 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 114 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 108 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 51 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 97 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 95 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 143 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 84 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 108 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 107 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 27 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 78 km
Dec 29, 1990 13 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 137 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 80 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 150 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 104 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 128 km
Aug 6, 1997 31 km ENE of Shillong, India M4.9 22 km
Oct 14, 2002 19 km SE of Jahedpur, Bangladesh M4.9 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Sidr (2007).

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 1 257 km
1997 Unnamed Category 2 169 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 183 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 221 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in
March 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 5.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 15.9 in
June 71°F (21°C) 39.3 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 28.1 in
August 71°F (22°C) 18.8 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 14.5 in
October 67°F (19°C) 9.8 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in Driest

Jowai has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 138.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (39.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Hotels in Jowai

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Homestay
Hotel Rajasthan
New Broadway
Orchid Inn
Tyrchi Inn

Restaurants in Jowai

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel rajasthan

Dentists in Jowai

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Star Dental Care

Gas Stations in Jowai

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #6382932587
IN #7138552987
Indian Oil
Reliance

Airports Near Jowai

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International AirportGAULarge Airport
Osmany International AirportZYLLarge Airport
Shillong AirportSHLMedium Airport

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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 Jowai

What is the population of Jowai?

Jowai has a population of 28,430 residents and is located in India. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 421.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jowai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,600, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $32 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Jowai?

Jowai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 138.6 inches.

How is the job market in Jowai?

The unemployment rate in Jowai is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $29. There are 512 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jowai?

The median home value in Jowai is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $32.

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