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Kandahār, India

Maharashtra · India

Kandahār is a small city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 24,843. Elevation: 1,417 ft (432 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
24,843 Population 69/sq mi density
1,417 ft Elevation 432 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
37.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population24,843
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density69/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units9,937
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Population24,843
Population Density69 / sq mi
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Coordinates18.8731°, 77.1923°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation37.8 inches (959 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Kandahār

Kandahār is a small city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 24,843. The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet (432 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kandahār has a population of 24,843 with a density of 69 people per square mile, spread across 358.4 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

24,843
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
358.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kandahār vs India Average

The median household income in Kandahār is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 447 business establishments.

Income: Kandahār vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)447

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kandahār is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 9,937 total housing units in the city. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units9,937

Property Tax

Climate in Kandahār

Kandahār has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (34.4°C), the coldest is Dec (21.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1024 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 10.1° / 33.8° 7.7
Feb 25.3°C / 77°F 12.5° / 37.4° 0.9
Mar 29.8°C / 86°F 17.3° / 41.5° 10.2
Apr 33.7°C / 93°F 21.9° / 43.7° 19.7
May 34.4°C / 94°F 24° / 44.6° 30.5
Jun 30.6°C / 87°F 22.7° / 42° 123.7
Jul 26.8°C / 80°F 21.9° / 34.7° 384.4
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 21.7° / 31.8° 161.3
Sep 25.8°C / 78°F 20.9° / 31.6° 212.5
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 16.4° / 30.9° 60.7
Nov 21.8°C / 71°F 12.3° / 30.5° 10.1
Dec 21.2°C / 70°F 9.5° / 31.4° 2.0
Kandahār has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above India avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Area358.4 sq mi (928.2 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates18.8731°N, 77.1923°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.8"
1% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.53"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 10, 2024.

Sep 29, 1993 20 km SSW of Ausa, India M6.2 119 km
Sep 29, 1993 18 km SSW of Ausa, India M5.0 118 km
Oct 8, 1993 17 km NE of Naldurg, India M4.7 134 km
Sep 30, 1993 17 km S of Ausa, India M4.6 112 km
Nov 12, 1993 14 km SSE of Ausa, India M4.6 109 km
Mar 21, 2024 20 km NNE of Basmat, India M4.6 69 km
Sep 30, 1993 11 km WNW of Nilanga, India M4.5 97 km
Jun 19, 2000 24 km NW of Umarga, India M4.4 121 km
Oct 18, 1992 12 km ESE of Nilanga, India M4.4 96 km
Jul 10, 2024 18 km NE of Basmat, India M4.4 64 km
Dec 14, 1995 13 km SSE of Ausa, India M4.3 107 km
Nov 10, 1996 17 km SE of Latur, India M4.1 82 km
Sep 19, 2011 11 km NW of Umarga, India M4.0 125 km
Nov 2, 1992 7 km ESE of Ausa, India M3.9 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
March 85°F (29°C) 0.4 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.5 in
May 94°F (35°C) 0.8 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 6.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Kandahār has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 71°F in December to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Kandahār

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shri Shivaji High School, Kandhar - - - -
Shri Shivaji High School Playground - - - -
Chatrapati Shambhuraje playground - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kandahār

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio 24 bollywood, bollywood music MP3 128 kbps

Dentists in Kandahār

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Care 32 Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Kandahār

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kandhar Bus Stop

Gas Stations in Kandahār

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil

Gyms in Kandahār

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

x fitness center

Airports Near Kandahār

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Murod Kond AirportLTUMedium Airport
Nanded AirportNDCMedium 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 Kandahār

What is the population of Kandahār?

Kandahār has a population of 24,843 residents and is located in India. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 358.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kandahār expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kandahār?

Kandahār has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches.

How is the job market in Kandahār?

Kandahār has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 447 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kandahār?

The median home value in Kandahār is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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