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Lunglei, India

Mizoram · India

Lunglei is a mid-size city in Mizoram, India with a population of 57,011. Elevation: 3,327 ft (1,014 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
57,011 Population 3,356/sq mi density
3,327 ft Elevation 1,014 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
122.5 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

Population57,011
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density3,356/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units22,804
Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain122.5 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)
Population57,011
Population Density3,356 / sq mi
Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)
Coordinates22.8925°, 92.7422°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMizoram
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation122.5 inches (3,111 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,000
Median Age26.0 years

About Lunglei

Lunglei is a mid-size city in India (Mizoram) with a population of 57,011. The city sits at an elevation of 3,327 feet (1,014 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 122.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Lunglei has a population of 57,011 with a density of 3,356 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

57,011
Total Population
3,356
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
17.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lunglei vs India Average

The median household income in Lunglei 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 1,026 business establishments.

Income: Lunglei 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)1,026

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lunglei 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 22,804 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 Units22,804

Property Tax

Climate in Lunglei

Lunglei has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2992 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 8.7° / 28.4° 17.8
Feb 19.9°C / 68°F 9.2° / 31.3° 19.3
Mar 24.6°C / 76°F 14° / 35.8° 56.4
Apr 27.6°C / 82°F 19.2° / 37.5° 91.4
May 27.8°C / 82°F 21.2° / 37.5° 339.4
Jun 26.9°C / 80°F 22.3° / 33.6° 489.5
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 22.9° / 34.3° 626.9
Aug 26.8°C / 80°F 22.5° / 34.4° 601.8
Sep 27.1°C / 81°F 22.4° / 35.5° 392.0
Oct 26°C / 79°F 19.7° / 33.6° 263.5
Nov 22.4°C / 72°F 14° / 31.3° 69.7
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 10.1° / 29.1° 24.7
Lunglei 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 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 122.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,327 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)
Area17.0 sq mi (44.0 km²)
Population Density3,356/sq mi
Coordinates22.8925°N, 92.7422°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 122.5"
222% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 24.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

204 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Feb 1, 2025.

Nov 21, 1997 42 km SW of Saiha, India M6.1 76 km
Apr 16, 2020 38 km ESE of Falam, Myanmar M5.9 132 km
Jul 26, 2003 44 km SE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M5.7 45 km
Jan 3, 2017 18 km ENE of ?mb?sa, India M5.7 145 km
Jun 21, 2020 22 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.6 62 km
Jul 27, 2003 41 km W of Lunglei, India M5.5 42 km
Nov 13, 2000 88 km S of Saiha, India M5.5 135 km
Sep 9, 2014 42 km SE of Saiha, India M5.4 93 km
Jan 21, 2022 23 km NE of Falam, Myanmar M5.4 112 km
Jul 31, 1997 27 km ESE of Darlawn, India M5.3 119 km
Mar 3, 2001 48 km S of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.2 148 km
Nov 15, 1990 13 km S of Darlawn, India M5.2 113 km
Jul 17, 2020 25 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.1 63 km
Mar 25, 2006 34 km NNE of Falam, Myanmar M5.1 118 km
Feb 24, 2017 37 km SSW of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.0 149 km
Feb 26, 1990 36 km ENE of Falam, Myanmar M5.0 131 km
Feb 22, 1999 43 km N of Falam, Myanmar M5.0 110 km
Jun 21, 2020 22 km ESE of Darlawn, India M4.9 119 km
Jan 31, 2008 36 km WSW of Lunglei, India M4.9 37 km
Feb 21, 2024 41 km ESE of Hakha, Myanmar M4.9 134 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 4 165 km
2023 Hamoon Category 2 264 km
2017 Mora Category 1 134 km
2010 Giri Category 1 287 km
2007 Sidr Category 3 210 km
2007 Akash Category 1 200 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 110 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 57 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 80 km
1995 Unnamed Category 2 145 km
1994 Unnamed Category 3 92 km
1992 Forrest Category 2 283 km
1991 Unnamed Category 5 59 km
1988 Unnamed Category 1 294 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 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
April 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in
May 76°F (25°C) 11.1 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 24.1 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 22.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 23.9 in
September 75°F (24°C) 18.8 in
October 74°F (23°C) 9.7 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in

Lunglei has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 61°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 122.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (24.1") and January the driest (0.4").

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Clinics in Lunglei

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emmanuel Polyclinic

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 Lunglei

What is the population of Lunglei?

Lunglei has a population of 57,011 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,356 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lunglei 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 Lunglei?

Lunglei 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 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 122.5 inches.

How is the job market in Lunglei?

The unemployment rate in Lunglei 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 1,026 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lunglei?

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

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