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Kurseong, India

West Bengal · 🇮🇳 India

Kurseong is a mid-size city in West Bengal, India with a population of 46,427. Elevation: 4,925 ft (1,501 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
46,427 Population 23,809/sq mi density
4,925 ft Elevation 1,501 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
122.6 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

Population46,427
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density23,809/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 Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain122.6 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation4,925 ft (1,501 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population46,427
Population Density23,809 / sq mi
Elevation4,925 ft (1,501 m)
Coordinates26.8825°, 88.2773°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation122.6 inches (3,114 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Kurseong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kurseong receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Kurseong 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

Kurseong enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 122.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Kurseong has a population of 46,427 with a density of 23,809 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 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

46,427
Total Population
23,809
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kurseong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kurseong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kurseong 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: Kurseong 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 Kurseong, 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: Kurseong 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

Kurseong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 122.6 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 4,925 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall122.6 inches
223% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation4,925 ft (1,501 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density23,809/sq mi
Coordinates26.8825°N, 88.2773°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.9 in
March 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 8.5 in
June 74°F (24°C) 23.2 in
July 74°F (24°C) 32.9 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 26.5 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 18.6 in
October 69°F (21°C) 4.7 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in Driest

Kurseong has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 55°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 122.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (32.9") and December the driest (0.2").

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 Density23,809/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kurseong

What is the population of Kurseong?

Kurseong has a population of 46,427 residents and is located in India. The population density is 23,809 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 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 Kurseong expensive to live in?

Kurseong 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 Kurseong?

Kurseong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 122.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Kurseong?

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

How are the schools in Kurseong?

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

How healthy is Kurseong?

The obesity rate in Kurseong 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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