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Kathmandu, Nepal

Bagmati Province · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Kathmandu is a major city in Bagmati Province, Nepal with a population of 1,442,271. Elevation: 4,321 ft (1,317 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,442,271 Population
4,321 ft Elevation 1,317 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
70.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population1,442,271
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain70.0 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation4,321 ft (1,317 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population1,442,271
Elevation4,321 ft (1,317 m)
Coordinates27.7017°, 85.3206°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceBagmati Province
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation70.0 inches (1,779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Kathmandu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kathmandu receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kathmandu has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kathmandu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Kathmandu has a population of 1,442,271. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,442,271
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kathmandu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kathmandu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kathmandu is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kathmandu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kathmandu, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Kathmandu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 70.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,321 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.0 inches
84% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation4,321 ft (1,317 m)
Coordinates27.7017°N, 85.3206°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in
March 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
April 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
May 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in
June 73°F (23°C) 12.4 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 17.8 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 16.5 in
September 71°F (22°C) 10.3 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
December 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in

Kathmandu has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 50°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 70.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.8") and November the driest (0.3").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kathmandu

What is the population of Kathmandu?

Kathmandu has a population of 1,442,271 residents and is located in Nepal.. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Kathmandu expensive to live in?

Kathmandu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kathmandu?

Kathmandu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Kathmandu?

The job market in Kathmandu faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kathmandu?

21.3% of adults in Kathmandu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kathmandu?

The obesity rate in Kathmandu is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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