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Kāraikāl, India

Full City Profile

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
86,838 Population 2,745/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
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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
$2,800 median income, 10.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $40/mo rent

Kāraikāl, India

At a Glance

Median Income
$2,800
96% below
$2,700 per capita
Home Value
$20,000
93% below
Median Rent
$40/mo
97% below
26.3% of income on rent
Unemployment
10.5%
192% above
6.5% poverty rate
Avg Temperature
83°F
248 sunny days/yr

Is Kāraikāl a Good Place to Live?

C
2.4 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Kāraikāl residents earn a median household income of $2,800 , which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,700. The unemployment rate stands at 10.5% (192% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 35 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Kāraikāl is $20,000 , 93% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $40/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Kāraikāl has an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population86,838
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density2,745/mi²
Foreign Born0.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,700
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty6.5%
Avg Weekly Wage$52

Housing

C+
Home Value$20,000
Rent$40
Ownership
Housing Units34,735
Rent Burden26.3%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F
Sunny Days248/yr
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation26 ft