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Lawngtlai, India

Mizoram · India

Lawngtlai is a small city in Mizoram, India with a population of 20,830. Elevation: 2,677 ft (816 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,830 Population 37/sq mi density
2,677 ft Elevation 816 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
119.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,000 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$2,000 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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People

Population20,830
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density37/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,000
Per Capita$1,900
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units8,332
Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain119.7 in/yr
Sunny Days190/yr
Elevation2,677 ft (816 m)
Population20,830
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation2,677 ft (816 m)
Coordinates22.5325°, 92.8990°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMizoram
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation119.7 inches (3,041 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,000
Median Age26.0 years

About Lawngtlai

Lawngtlai is a small city in India (Mizoram) with a population of 20,830. The city sits at an elevation of 2,677 feet (816 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 119.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Lawngtlai has a population of 20,830 with a density of 37 people per square mile, spread across 564.0 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,830
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
564.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lawngtlai vs India Average

The median household income in Lawngtlai is $2,000, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $37, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 375 business establishments.

Income: Lawngtlai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,000
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,900
Avg Weekly Wage$37

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above India avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below India avg
Establishments (County)375

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lawngtlai is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,332 total housing units in the city. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,332

Property Tax

Climate in Lawngtlai

Lawngtlai has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (24.2°C), the coldest is Jan (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2342 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.6°C / 58°F 4.2° / 26.2° 14.2
Feb 16.6°C / 62°F 4.5° / 29.4° 11.9
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 9.1° / 33.3° 29.7
Apr 23.9°C / 75°F 14.4° / 34.4° 51.3
May 24.2°C / 75°F 16.7° / 34.7° 231.7
Jun 23.7°C / 75°F 18.2° / 31.1° 402.4
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 18.9° / 30.9° 543.4
Aug 23.4°C / 74°F 18.6° / 30.9° 469.3
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 18.5° / 31.3° 318.2
Oct 22.2°C / 72°F 15.6° / 30.2° 193.2
Nov 18.9°C / 66°F 10.1° / 28° 59.8
Dec 15.6°C / 60°F 6.8° / 26.5° 17.4
Lawngtlai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 119.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,677 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average71.0°F
31% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days190 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,677 ft (816 m)
Area564.0 sq mi (1,460.8 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates22.5325°N, 92.8990°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 119.7"
215% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 24.57"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

215 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 22, 2025.

Nov 21, 1997 42 km SW of Saiha, India M6.1 41 km
Apr 16, 2020 38 km ESE of Falam, Myanmar M5.9 120 km
Jul 26, 2003 44 km SE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M5.7 71 km
Jun 21, 2020 22 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.6 79 km
Jul 27, 2003 41 km W of Lunglei, India M5.5 66 km
Nov 13, 2000 88 km S of Saiha, India M5.5 94 km
Jan 21, 2022 23 km NE of Falam, Myanmar M5.4 113 km
Sep 9, 2014 42 km SE of Saiha, India M5.4 51 km
Mar 25, 2006 34 km NNE of Falam, Myanmar M5.1 122 km
Apr 18, 2021 61 km ESE of Hakha, Myanmar M5.1 133 km
Jul 17, 2020 25 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.1 77 km
Feb 27, 2000 55 km ENE of Falam, Myanmar M5.1 146 km
Feb 22, 1999 43 km N of Falam, Myanmar M5.0 121 km
Feb 26, 1990 36 km ENE of Falam, Myanmar M5.0 127 km
May 1, 2022 64 km ESE of Falam, Myanmar M5.0 140 km
Feb 22, 2025 119 km S of Hakha, Burma (Myanmar) M5.0 141 km
Jun 17, 1995 49 km ENE of Falam, Myanmar M4.9 139 km
Feb 21, 2024 41 km ESE of Hakha, Myanmar M4.9 112 km
Jan 31, 2008 36 km WSW of Lunglei, India M4.9 58 km
Dec 13, 2009 25 km WSW of S?tkania, Bangladesh M4.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Mocha (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Mocha Category 4 133 km
2023 Hamoon Category 2 245 km
2017 Mora Category 1 116 km
2010 Giri Category 3 244 km
2007 Sidr Category 3 240 km
2007 Akash Category 1 170 km
2004 Unnamed Category 1 271 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 95 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 96 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 118 km
1995 Unnamed Category 2 108 km
1994 Unnamed Category 4 49 km
1992 Forrest Category 3 241 km
1991 Unnamed Category 5 84 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.8 m (6 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1762 NORTHERN BAY OF BENGAL Earthquake 1.8 m 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
March 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
April 76°F (24°C) 4.8 in
May 76°F (25°C) 9.6 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 23.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 23.4 in
August 75°F (24°C) 24.6 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 18.2 in
October 73°F (23°C) 9.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in

Lawngtlai has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 61°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 119.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (24.6") and January the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Lawngtlai

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gillian ComputerZ
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Veterinaries in Lawngtlai

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Office of the Veterinary Department

Banks in Lawngtlai

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HDFC Bank
State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Lawngtlai

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Airports Near Lawngtlai

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Surbung AirportSRUSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lawngtlai

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Prayer Mountain
United Penticostal Church (NEI)

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 Lawngtlai

What is the population of Lawngtlai?

Lawngtlai has a population of 20,830 residents and is located in India. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 564.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lawngtlai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,000, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% 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 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lawngtlai?

Lawngtlai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 119.7 inches.

How is the job market in Lawngtlai?

The unemployment rate in Lawngtlai is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $37. There are 375 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lawngtlai?

The median home value in Lawngtlai is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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