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Kodaikānāl, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Kodaikānāl is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 36,501. Elevation: 6,883 ft (2,098 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
36,501 Population 4,408/sq mi density
6,883 ft Elevation 2,098 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
55.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population36,501
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density4,408/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation6,883 ft (2,098 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population36,501
Population Density4,408 / sq mi
Elevation6,883 ft (2,098 m)
Coordinates10.2393°, 77.4893°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation55.8 inches (1,417 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Kodaikānāl a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kodaikānāl receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kodaikānāl offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kodaikānāl enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Kodaikānāl has a population of 36,501 with a density of 4,408 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

36,501
Total Population
4,408
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kodaikānāl vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kodaikānāl vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kodaikānāl is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kodaikānāl vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kodaikānāl, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Kodaikānāl enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,883 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.8 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation6,883 ft (2,098 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density4,408/sq mi
Coordinates10.2393°N, 77.4893°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 1.2 in
February 62°F (16°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
April 67°F (19°C) 3.8 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.9 in Warmest
June 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
August 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in
September 64°F (18°C) 6.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 8.7 in Wettest
November 61°F (16°C) 7.9 in
December 60°F (15°C) 5.0 in Coldest

Kodaikānāl has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 60°F in December to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (1.0").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,408/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kodaikānāl

What is the population of Kodaikānāl?

Kodaikānāl has a population of 36,501 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,408 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Kodaikānāl expensive to live in?

Kodaikānāl is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kodaikānāl?

Kodaikānāl enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Kodaikānāl?

Kodaikānāl has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kodaikānāl?

34.4% of adults in Kodaikānāl hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kodaikānāl?

The obesity rate in Kodaikānāl is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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