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Karwar, India

Karnataka · India

Karwar is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 77,139. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
77,139 Population 7,162/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
133.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population77,139
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density7,162/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units30,856
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain133.9 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population77,139
Population Density7,162 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates14.8136°, 74.1297°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation133.9 inches (3,401 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Karwar

Karwar is a mid-size city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 77,139. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 133.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Karwar has a population of 77,139 with a density of 7,162 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

77,139
Total Population
7,162
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Karwar vs India Average

The median household income in Karwar is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 11 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.

Income: Karwar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare4
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Karwar is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 30,856 total housing units in the city. 27.7% 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$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units30,856

Property Tax

Climate in Karwar

Karwar has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3301 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.1°C / 74°F 15° / 31.8° 9.0
Feb 25.3°C / 78°F 16° / 36.2° 1.7
Mar 27.6°C / 82°F 18.2° / 37.8° 6.0
Apr 29.2°C / 85°F 21.5° / 38.8° 31.0
May 28.6°C / 83°F 23.1° / 38° 130.7
Jun 26.2°C / 79°F 22.4° / 33.5° 628.0
Jul 24.9°C / 77°F 22.6° / 29.2° 1,176.7
Aug 24.9°C / 77°F 22.3° / 29.5° 578.8
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 21.7° / 30° 439.4
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 19.3° / 30.1° 242.2
Nov 24.2°C / 76°F 16.7° / 29.4° 43.7
Dec 23.4°C / 74°F 16.2° / 29.6° 14.4
Karwar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 133.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above India avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (27.9 km²)
Population Density7,162/sq mi
Coordinates14.8136°N, 74.1297°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 133.9"
252% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 43.78"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 3 144 km
2001 Unnamed Category 1 276 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.7 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 35.8 in
July 78°F (26°C) 43.8 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 27.6 in
September 79°F (26°C) 12.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in

Karwar has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 133.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (43.8") and February the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Karwar

Institution Type Founded Website
Divekar College Of Commerce College - ,
Government Polytechnic College College - ,

Schools in Karwar

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shivaji High School - - - -
Shivaji High School - - - -
St. Michael's Convent School - - - -
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Museums in Karwar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Warship And Aircraft Museum

Farmers Markets in Karwar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fish Maket
Fruit and Vegetable Market
New Market

Hotels in Karwar

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emerald Bay, Karwar, Sterling Holidays
Hotel Mahamaya

Restaurants in Karwar

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bangarappa Hotel
Geeta Chicken Center a
Hotel Happinezz
Karwar Chicken
Shagun Hotel
Shree Annapurneshwari Hotel
Vihar Hotel

Castles in Karwar

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sadashivagad Fort

Clinics in Karwar

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr Pikles New Nursing Home

Bus Stations in Karwar

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karwar Bus stand

Gas Stations in Karwar

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
IN #1388819729
IN #4323696595

Banks in Karwar

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Syndicate Bank

Airports Near Karwar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goa Dabolim International AirportGOILarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Karwar

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
Church of Our Lady of Springs
Shan Shamsuddin Kharobat Dargah
Shantadurga Temple
Shree Mahaladeva Mahasati Devi Devastana
St. Joseph's Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Karwar

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 6
Hotels 1
Parks 6
Places of Worship 4

Things to See Near Karwar

8 places within 15 km

🐠 Aquariums (1)
  • • Karwar Aquarium
🏖️ Beaches (3)
  • • Polem beach
  • • Polem Hidden Beach
  • • Rabindranath Tagore Beach
🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Sadashivagad Fort
🗼 Lighthouses (1)
  • • Oyster Rock Lighthouse
⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Bomma Gudda
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Sadashivgad Esturay Viewpoint

🇮🇳 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 Karwar

What is the population of Karwar?

Karwar has a population of 77,139 residents and is located in India. The population density is 7,162 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Karwar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 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 Karwar?

Karwar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 133.9 inches.

How is the job market in Karwar?

Karwar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 11 business establishments in the area, including 6 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Karwar?

The median home value in Karwar is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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