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Kulu, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Kulu is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 19,831. Elevation: 4,068 ft (1,240 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,831 Population 62/sq mi density
4,068 ft Elevation 1,240 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
57.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population19,831
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density62/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,850
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$18,000
Rent$35
Housing Units7,932
Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Population19,831
Population Density62 / sq mi
Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Coordinates31.9584°, 77.1082°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation57.0 inches (1,448 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age31.0 years

About Kulu

Kulu is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 19,831. The city sits at an elevation of 4,068 feet (1,240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kulu has a population of 19,831 with a density of 62 people per square mile, spread across 319.3 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,831
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below India avg
319.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kulu vs India Average

The median household income in Kulu is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $55, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 357 business establishments.

Income: Kulu vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,850
Avg Weekly Wage$55

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above India avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below India avg
Establishments (County)357

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kulu is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,932 total housing units in the city. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,932

Property Tax

Climate in Kulu

Kulu has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.2°C), the coldest is Jan (1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1417 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.3°C / 34°F -9.7° / 12.4° 87.1
Feb 3°C / 37°F -10.4° / 13.7° 79.9
Mar 7.5°C / 45°F -4.8° / 17.6° 101.3
Apr 12.3°C / 54°F -0.4° / 22.4° 87.4
May 16°C / 61°F 5.8° / 26.7° 77.9
Jun 19.1°C / 66°F 9.7° / 27.9° 94.7
Jul 19.2°C / 67°F 12.7° / 26.2° 350.5
Aug 18.4°C / 65°F 13.4° / 23.4° 317.2
Sep 16.9°C / 62°F 10.5° / 22.8° 134.8
Oct 12.7°C / 55°F 5.2° / 21° 28.0
Nov 8.3°C / 47°F -1.6° / 17.5° 30.1
Dec 3.9°C / 39°F -7.5° / 14.9° 28.5
Kulu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,068 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above India avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Area319.3 sq mi (827.1 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates31.9584°N, 77.1082°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.0"
50% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.17"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

139 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 129 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 129 km
Jul 9, 2013 111 km ENE of Man?li, India M5.0 136 km
May 28, 2010 10 km SE of Rohru, India M5.0 115 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 138 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 139 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 124 km
Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 58 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 93 km
Oct 8, 2012 71 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.9 127 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 76 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 143 km
Feb 28, 2005 37 km W of Kyelang, India M4.8 79 km
Apr 14, 2005 21 km E of Chamba, India M4.8 98 km
Jun 17, 2000 83 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.8 126 km
Oct 2, 2012 38 km WSW of Kyelang, India M4.8 73 km
Jul 4, 2005 25 km NE of Chamba, India M4.8 114 km
Oct 14, 2001 5 km W of Chamba, India M4.8 119 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 53 km
Feb 3, 2007 99 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.7 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 KANGRA, INDIA Earthquake 19,000 73 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
March 53°F (11°C) 5.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in Warmest
July 69°F (21°C) 12.2 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 10.0 in
September 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in Driest
December 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in

Kulu has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and November the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Kulu

Institution Type Founded Website
Government Degree College - Kullu College
Indian Agriculture Research Institute - IARI Regional Station College

Schools in Kulu

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Primary School, Gramang
Goverment Senior Secondary School, Shalang
Secondary school Himri
Shajuni Primary School
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Museums in Kulu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Roerich Museum and Art Gallery
Urusvati Folk & Art Museum

Libraries in Kulu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Book Nook0.0

Farmers Markets in Kulu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bhuntar Market
Vegetable Market

Hotels in Kulu

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Shobla International
Mannat home stay
Metora
Snowdrop Homestay

Restaurants in Kulu

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe
Domino's
Many restaurants!!!
Rustic Wood | Bar & Grill
Tasty Bite Mandiwala
Valentinos cooking with herbs

Castles in Kulu

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rupi Palace

Clinics in Kulu

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #3549074660
Laxmi Eye Centre
Mahajan Ayurvedic Clinic
Thakur Healthcare Clinic

Dentists in Kulu

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr Bali Dental Hospital
Smile Care Dental Hospital

Bus Stations in Kulu

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kullu Bus Station

Gas Stations in Kulu

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #13288407502
Indian Oil
Kullu bus station fuel station

Banks in Kulu

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Himachal Gramin Bank
ICICI Bank
Punjab National Bank
Sbi

Stadiums & Teams in Kulu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kulu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kullu Manali AirportKUUMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kulu

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bain Rishi Mandir
Bijli Mahadev Temple
Bijli Mahadev temple
Fungni Top
Gurudwara
Hanuman Mandir
Jagnnathi Mata Temple
Jamdagni Rishi Mandir
Lorhi Achhri Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Panchali Narayan Temple
Panchali Narayan Temple
Raghunathji Mandir
Sheetla Mata Mandir
Shojri mata temple
Shri Mahadevi Tirth Sathan
Temple

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Kulu

What is the population of Kulu?

Kulu has a population of 19,831 residents and is located in India. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 319.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kulu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kulu?

Kulu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kulu?

The unemployment rate in Kulu is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $55. There are 357 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kulu?

The median home value in Kulu is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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