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Kilakarai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kilakarai is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 38,355. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
38,355 Population 57/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 29°C
30.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population38,355
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density57/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units15,342
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (29°C)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population38,355
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates9.2318°, 78.7855°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature85°F (29°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (774 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kilakarai

Kilakarai is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 38,355. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kilakarai has a population of 38,355 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 668.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

38,355
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
668.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kilakarai vs India Average

The median household income in Kilakarai is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 690 business establishments.

Income: Kilakarai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)690

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kilakarai is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 15,342 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units15,342

Property Tax

Climate in Kilakarai

Kilakarai has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (30.2°C), the coldest is Jan (26.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1003 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.5°C / 80°F 23.6° / 28.9° 84.7
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 24.3° / 30° 15.3
Mar 28.8°C / 84°F 25.6° / 32.2° 15.2
Apr 30°C / 86°F 27.5° / 33.2° 42.6
May 30.2°C / 86°F 27.8° / 33.8° 56.1
Jun 29.7°C / 86°F 27.2° / 33.5° 26.1
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 26.6° / 33.2° 25.3
Aug 29°C / 84°F 26.4° / 32.8° 42.2
Sep 29°C / 84°F 26.6° / 32.8° 58.3
Oct 28.4°C / 83°F 26.3° / 31.6° 186.5
Nov 27.6°C / 82°F 25.4° / 30.1° 263.2
Dec 26.9°C / 80°F 24.2° / 29.3° 187.7
Kilakarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 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 30.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average84.6°F
57% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area668.4 sq mi (1,731.1 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates9.2318°N, 78.7855°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"
20% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.19"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.59"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 145 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 290 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 257 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 228 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 157 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 251 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in
March 85°F (29°C) 0.9 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.7 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 87°F (31°C) 1.3 in
August 87°F (30°C) 1.4 in
September 86°F (30°C) 2.2 in
October 84°F (29°C) 6.7 in
November 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 4.6 in Coldest

Kilakarai has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.2") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Kilakarai

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chinna ervadi GOVT School — — — —
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Museums in Kilakarai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ramalinga Vilasam

Hotels in Kilakarai

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MSEC Boys Hostel

Clinics in Kilakarai

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aysha Clinic
Child Care Clinic
Fakhrudin Clinic

Dentists in Kilakarai

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dentora Dental Care
Liya Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Kilakarai

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ervadi Bus Station
main bus station

Gas Stations in Kilakarai

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Hindustan Petroleum

Airports Near Kilakarai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Ramnad Naval Air Station—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilakarai

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ervadi Dargah
Ervadi Jumah Masjid
Hanuman Temple
Kaanjirankudi Jumma Mosque
Kalpar Muni Temple
Kannan Temple
Mariamman Nagar Sri Muthumariamman Temple
MSEC Boys Mosque
Nalla Ibrahim Bava Dargah
Sri Adhi Jagannatha Perumal Temple
Sri Kayarkanneeswari Temple

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 Kilakarai

What is the population of Kilakarai?

Kilakarai has a population of 38,355 residents and is located in India. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 668.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kilakarai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kilakarai?

Kilakarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.

How is the job market in Kilakarai?

Kilakarai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 690 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kilakarai?

The median home value in Kilakarai is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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