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Kupwāra, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Kupwāra is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 14,711. Elevation: 12,077 ft (3,681 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

1.8 /5.0
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14,711 Population 56/sq mi density
12,077 ft Elevation 3,681 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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People

Population14,711
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density56/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units5,884
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation12,077 ft (3,681 m)
Population14,711
Population Density56 / sq mi
Elevation12,077 ft (3,681 m)
Coordinates34.0306°, 74.2642°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,018 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.1 inches (36 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Kupwāra

Kupwāra is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 14,711. The city sits at an elevation of 12,077 feet (3,681 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kupwāra has a population of 14,711 with a density of 56 people per square mile, spread across 262.4 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,711
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
262.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kupwāra vs India Average

The median household income in Kupwāra is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 265 business establishments.

Income: Kupwāra vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)265

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kupwāra is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,884 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,884

Property Tax

Climate in Kupwāra

Kupwāra has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1251 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.4°C / 30°F -13.4° / 8.2° 139.9
Feb 0.8°C / 33°F -12.7° / 11° 113.0
Mar 6.1°C / 43°F -4.8° / 17.6° 144.5
Apr 11°C / 52°F 0.9° / 21.3° 133.5
May 15°C / 59°F 4.1° / 25.7° 94.7
Jun 18.5°C / 65°F 8.8° / 28.1° 102.6
Jul 20.3°C / 69°F 13.2° / 28.8° 168.2
Aug 19.6°C / 67°F 12.1° / 27.2° 121.8
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 9.2° / 26.2° 55.1
Oct 12.2°C / 54°F 1.2° / 23.3° 47.0
Nov 6.5°C / 44°F -4.3° / 18.7° 75.8
Dec 1.7°C / 35°F -10.4° / 13.6° 54.7
Kupwāra experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.1 inches. The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,077 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below India avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,077 ft (3,681 m)
Area262.4 sq mi (679.7 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates34.0306°N, 74.2642°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
5% above India avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.08"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

274 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 2, 2025.

Feb 14, 2004 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.5 127 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 39 km
Aug 13, 2012 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 106 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 115 km
Feb 26, 2015 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 115 km
Feb 14, 2004 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 129 km
Oct 1, 2016 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 111 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 69 km
Feb 5, 2019 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.2 120 km
Mar 14, 2010 70 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 143 km
Oct 10, 2010 14 km SSW of Haripur, Pakistan M5.2 128 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 43 km
Jun 12, 2019 11 km W of Shingli Bala, Pakistan M5.2 148 km
Mar 20, 2006 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.2 94 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 15 km
Jan 12, 2020 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.1 111 km
Jul 24, 2015 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan M5.1 101 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 147 km
May 31, 1997 61 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.0 110 km
Jun 17, 2021 17 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.0 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 3.8 in
March 34°F (1°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in Driest
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.8 in

Kupwāra has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 25°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and November the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Kupwāra

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Kupwāra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Main Market Boniyar
Main Market Trikanjan

Ski Resorts Near Kupwāra

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Drung Bowls 0.0 $0
Trajan Bowl 0.0 $0
Hapat Khud Bowl 0.0 $0
Shaggy's Face 0.0 $0
Sheenmai Bowl 0.0 $0
Apharwat S Bowl 0.0 $0
Apharwat N Bowl 0.0 $0
Gulmarg Ski Resort area Phase 2 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kupwāra

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Rawalakot AirportRAZMedium Airport
Awantipura Air Force StationSmall Airport
Poonch AirportSmall Airport
Rajouri AirportRJISmall Airport

Post Offices in Kupwāra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office Boniyar

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 Kupwāra

What is the population of Kupwāra?

Kupwāra has a population of 14,711 residents and is located in India. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 262.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kupwāra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kupwāra?

Kupwāra has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kupwāra?

The job market in Kupwāra faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 265 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kupwāra?

The median home value in Kupwāra is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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