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Madurai, India
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Madurai is a major city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 1,465,625. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Housing
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| Population | 1,465,625 |
| Population Density | 25,654 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9190°, 78.1195° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.6 inches (879 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $3,300 |
| Median Age | 33.0 years |
About Madurai
Madurai is a major city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 1,465,625. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet (139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Madurai vs India Average
Income: Madurai vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $3,300 |
| 96% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $3,350 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $64 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 416 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 213 |
| Retail | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $25,000 |
| 91% below India avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $55 |
| 95% below India avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 586,250 |
Property Tax
Climate in Madurai
Madurai has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.5°C), the coldest is Jan (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1167 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.8°F |
| 55% above India avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Area | 57.1 sq mi (148.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 25,654/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9190°N, 78.1195°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 88°F (31°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
Madurai has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Madurai
Schools in Madurai
40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institute of Cooperative Management | - | - | - | - |
| NMS Vijayalakshmi Sanjeevimalayan Kalviyagam | - | - | - | - |
| MNU Jayaraj Annapackiam Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| MNU Jayaraj Nadar Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amali Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| RC Fatima Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Justin College | - | - | - | - |
| Virudhunagar Hindu Nadar Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pazhaniappa Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Evergreen Vidhyaashram CBSE School | - | - | - | - |
| Le Chatelier Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rural Theological Institute | - | - | - | - |
| KVT Matric Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Union Christian Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Capran Hall Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St.Joseph Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| St.Joseph’s Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Virudhunagar Hindu Nadar Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| KVT Matric Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Union Christian Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St.Joseph Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| MAVMM Matriculation School | - | - | - | - |
| KACA Arunachalam Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balamandiram School | - | - | - | - |
| Thiagarajar Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Haran Dhivubai InderMalji Jain Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| YMCA Kamak school for the hearing impaired | - | - | - | - |
| YMCA Kamak school for the hearing impaired | - | - | - | - |
| Sourashtra Boys Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Capran Hall Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sourashtra Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St.Joseph’s Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| TVS Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| TVS Lakshmi Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mahatma Montessori Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya School | - | - | - | - |
| SBOA School | - | - | - | - |
| Vikaasa World School | - | - | - | - |
| VMJ School | - | - | - | - |
| St. John's Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Madurai
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recite Truth | - | MP3 | |
| arumbu-fm | - | MP3 |
Museums in Madurai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallery Kutir Asthi Peedam | ||||
| Gandhi Memorial Museum | ||||
| Government Museum - Madurai | ||||
| Keeladi Archaeological Site | ||||
| Keeladi Museum | ||||
| Keezhadi Archeological Museum |
Libraries in Madurai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gandhi Museum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kalaignar Centenary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Theosophical Society | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Madurai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Vegetable Market | |||||
| Fish market | |||||
| Flower Market | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Jaihindpuram Market | |||||
| Nelpettai Market | |||||
| Pandi Bazzar | |||||
| Pandi Bazzar | |||||
| Sholavandhan vegetables market | |||||
| Uzhavar Sandhai |
Hotels in Madurai
42 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Madurai
31 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Madurai
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Madurai
6 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Madurai
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Madurai
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Madurai
33 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Madurai
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Madurai
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Madurai
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Madurai
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Madurai
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Madurai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Madurai
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Madurai Airport | IXM | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Madurai
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| India Post | |
| India Post | |
| India Post | |
| Madurai Palace Post Office | |
| Madurai Palace Post Office | |
| Tallakulam Head Post Office | |
| Tallakulam Head Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Madurai
37 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al Masjid Aqsa, Katrapalayam | |
| Arulmigu Koodalazhagar Thirukovil | |
| Dasa kali amman thirukovil | |
| Hayagreeya Temple | |
| Karuppana Sami Temple | |
| Kazimar Big Mosque | |
| Koodal Algar Temple | |
| Marriage Hall | |
| Masjid Al Ansar Markaz Mosque | |
| Masjid Al Ansar Markaz Mosque | |
| Masjid AL Bilal SS Colony Mosque | |
| Meenakshi Amman Temple | |
| Nagamman Temple | |
| Nagara Mandapam | |
| Old Marriage Hall | |
| Paripoorana Vinayagar Temple | |
| Pudhu Mandapam | |
| Raya Gopuram | |
| Raya Gopuram | |
| Sacred Heart Church |
Explore Near Madurai
Quick Facts
Around Madurai
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Madurai
8 places within 15 km
- • Jain sculptures & Jain Monks rock shelter
- • Keezhadi
- • Sangham Period settlement
- • Mathavan Dream House 2025( Pearl Palace)
- • Tirumalai Nayak Palace
- • Madurai Gallery
- • Madurai. Bazaar
- • Eagle Park
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What is the population of Madurai?
Madurai has a population of 1,465,625 residents and is located in India. The population density is 25,654 people per square mile, spread across 57.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Madurai expensive to live in?
The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Madurai?
Madurai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches.
How is the job market in Madurai?
Madurai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 416 business establishments in the area, including 77 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Madurai?
The median home value in Madurai is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.