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Leh, India

Ladakh · 🇮🇳 India

Leh is a mid-size city in Ladakh, India with a population of 37,475. Elevation: 11,490 ft (3,502 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
37,475 Population 2/sq mi density
11,490 ft Elevation 3,502 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
4.5 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

Population37,475
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density2/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 Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain4.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation11,490 ft (3,502 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population37,475
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation11,490 ft (3,502 m)
Coordinates34.1650°, 77.5840°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceLadakh
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation4.5 inches (115 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Leh a Good Place to Live?

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

Leh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Leh has a population of 37,475 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 17,417.1 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

37,475
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
17,417.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Leh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Leh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leh 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: Leh 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 Leh, 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: Leh 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

Leh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 328 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 4.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. 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 11,490 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.5 inches
88% below US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation11,490 ft (3,502 m)
Area17,417.1 sq mi (45,110.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates34.1650°N, 77.5840°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.5 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 0.6 in Wettest
April 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 21°F (-6°C) 0.3 in

Leh has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.6") and November the driest (0.1").

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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area17,417.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Leh

What is the population of Leh?

Leh has a population of 37,475 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 17,417.1 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 Leh expensive to live in?

Leh 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 Leh?

Leh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.5 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Leh?

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

How are the schools in Leh?

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

How healthy is Leh?

The obesity rate in Leh 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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