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Karād, India

Maharashtra · India

Karād is a mid-size city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 55,663. Elevation: 1,900 ft (579 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
55,663 Population 56,799/sq mi density
1,900 ft Elevation 579 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
27.6 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

Population55,663
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density56,799/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units22,265
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Population55,663
Population Density56,799 / sq mi
Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Coordinates17.2894°, 74.1818°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (702 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Karād

Karād is a mid-size city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 55,663. The city sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet (579 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Karād has a population of 55,663 with a density of 56,799 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

55,663
Total Population
56,799
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Karād vs India Average

The median household income in Karād 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 1,002 business establishments.

Income: Karād vs India

Commute Mode

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)1,002

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Karād 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 22,265 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 Units22,265

Property Tax

Climate in Karād

Karād has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.2°C), the coldest is Dec (20.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1380 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.8°C / 69°F 10.1° / 31.7° 2.4
Feb 23.5°C / 74°F 11.2° / 35.7° 0.8
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 15.2° / 39.5° 3.8
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 18.7° / 40.8° 19.3
May 29.6°C / 85°F 20.3° / 40.8° 48.0
Jun 26°C / 79°F 20.7° / 36° 215.6
Jul 24°C / 75°F 20.5° / 29.7° 431.2
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 20° / 29.3° 284.0
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 18.9° / 30.3° 204.7
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 15.5° / 30.2° 140.6
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 12.2° / 29.4° 16.8
Dec 20.8°C / 69°F 10.9° / 29.1° 12.9
Karād has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density56,799/sq mi
Coordinates17.2894°N, 74.1818°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.11"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 20, 2019.

Sep 5, 2000 5 km W of P?tan, India M5.2 36 km
Dec 8, 1993 25 km NNE of L?nja, India M5.1 63 km
Feb 1, 1994 5 km SSE of M?khjan, India M5.0 70 km
Mar 12, 2000 26 km SE of M?khjan, India M5.0 58 km
Mar 14, 2005 28 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 51 km
Aug 28, 1993 21 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 56 km
Apr 6, 2000 19 km SE of M?khjan, India M4.9 60 km
Dec 12, 2009 29 km NW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 47 km
Nov 14, 2009 21 km NNW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 44 km
Sep 3, 1993 29 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.7 51 km
Apr 17, 2006 27 km NNE of L?nja, India M4.7 58 km
Mar 12, 1995 23 km W of Satara, India M4.7 59 km
Feb 11, 1998 26 km SSW of P?tan, India M4.5 44 km
Mar 13, 1995 11 km SW of Rahimatpur, India M4.5 27 km
Jun 7, 2005 26 km S of P?tan, India M4.4 38 km
Oct 22, 1993 9 km NE of P?tan, India M4.4 28 km
Apr 14, 2012 11 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 62 km
Feb 14, 1998 3 km SSE of M?khjan, India M4.4 71 km
Dec 12, 2009 26 km SE of M?khjan, India M4.4 56 km
Aug 20, 2007 22 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 187 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 163 km
2019 Kyaar:kyarr Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.1 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Karād has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 71°F in December to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.1") and January the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Karād

Institution Type Founded Website
Dr. Daulatrao Aher College Of Engineering, Karad College - ,
Government College Of Engineering College - ,

Schools in Karād

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SMS English Medium School - - - -
Yashwant Highschool - - - -
Holy Family Convent High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Karād

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Satara drama, infotainment MP3 84 kbps
Sandesh Radio hindustani, indian classical music MP3 128 kbps
Rangeela Radio - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Karād

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bhavani Museum

Farmers Markets in Karād

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Weekly Market

Hotels in Karād

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amit Executive Hotel
Hotel Pankaj Executive
Mahendra
Pawan Dining Hall

Restaurants in Karād

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Aroma
Military Canteen Karad

Cafes in Karād

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

refresh cafe

Theatres in Karād

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Venutai Sanskrutik Sabhagruha

Clinics in Karād

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Nilesh Bakale's Neuron Advanced Brain and Spine Center.
Sanjeevan Heart Care Clinic
Sharada Clinic
shol clinic
yuva clinic , Dr. Trimbakes Skin and Laser Center

Train Stations in Karād

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Masur
Shirvade

Bus Stations in Karād

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karad Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Karād

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petrol
Fuel Station Kirloskarwadi
HP Pump
Mulik Petrol Diesel Pump

Stadiums & Teams in Karād

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Karād

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kolhapur AirportKLHMedium Airport
Karad Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Karād

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Head Post Office Karad
Post Office Market Yard

Churches & Religious Organizations in Karād

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Datta Mandir
Datta Mandir
Jotirling Temple
Macca Masjid
Maruti Mandir
Shri Hanuman And Navgrah Temple
Shri Mahaveer Naminath Jain Mandir
Shri Ram Mandir
Shri Sant Namdev Mandir
Temple
TempleSai Temple
Vithal Rukmini Mandir
Vittal Mandir

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 Karād

What is the population of Karād?

Karād has a population of 55,663 residents and is located in India. The population density is 56,799 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Karād 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 Karād?

Karād has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.

How is the job market in Karād?

Karād 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 1,002 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Karād?

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

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