Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 10.6%

67% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.0%

11% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.7%

78% lower than US avg

People

Population111,701

Median Age34.1 yrs

Density10,136/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$3,799

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty2.7%

Health

Obesity10.6%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking12.5%

Depression5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain101.2 in/yr

Sunny Days156/yr

Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+92.7%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband51.2%

Population	111,701
Population Density	10,136 / sq mi
Elevation	1,640 ft (500 m)
Coordinates	7.2906°, 80.6336°
Timezone	Asia/Colombo
Country	🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
State / Province	Central Province
Average Temperature	76°F (24°C)
January Average	73°F (23°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation	101.2 inches (2,571 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	34.1 years

Is Kandy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kandy receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Kandy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kandy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 156 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 101.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kandy has a population of 111,701 with a density of 10,136 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

111,701

Total Population

10,136

People / sq mi

34.1yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

11.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kandy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kandy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kandy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kandy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$3,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.0%
	11% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.7%
	78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	28.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kandy, 10.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% are current smokers. 5.6% report depression. 85.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	10.6%
	67% below US avg
Diabetes	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	35.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.5%
	11% below US avg
Binge Drinking	2.7%
Physical Inactivity	85.2%
Depression	5.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	72.0%

Food & Exercise

Kandy has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 101.2 inches. The area enjoys 156 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	75.5°F
	40% above US avg
January Average	73°F (23°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	156 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	101.2 inches
	166% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	85.3%

Geography

Elevation	1,640 ft (500 m)
Area	11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²)
Population Density	10,136/sq mi
Coordinates	7.2906°N, 80.6336°W
Timezone	Asia/Colombo

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 51.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	92.7%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	10,136/sq mi
Total Area	11.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	51.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Kandy, Sri Lanka

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Economy

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Is Kandy a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kandy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kandy vs U.S. Average

Income: Kandy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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