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Lahān, Nepal

Madhesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Lahān is a large city in Madhesh, Nepal with a population of 102,955. Elevation: 404 ft (123 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
102,955 Population
404 ft Elevation 123 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
50.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population102,955
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation404 ft (123 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population102,955
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Coordinates26.7202°, 86.4826°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceMadhesh
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.9 inches (1,293 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Lahān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lahān receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lahān has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lahān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Lahān has a population of 102,955. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

102,955
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lahān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lahān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lahān is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lahān vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lahān, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Lahān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Coordinates26.7202°N, 86.4826°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.8 in
June 84°F (29°C) 8.7 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 13.4 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 11.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 2.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Lahān has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 60°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.4") and December the driest (0.2").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lahān

What is the population of Lahān?

Lahān has a population of 102,955 residents and is located in Nepal.. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Lahān expensive to live in?

Lahān is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lahān?

Lahān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Lahān?

The job market in Lahān faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lahān?

21.3% of adults in Lahān hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lahān?

The obesity rate in Lahān is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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