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Mairang, India

Meghalaya · India

Mairang is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 14,363. Elevation: 5,518 ft (1,682 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

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14,363 Population 1,802/sq mi density
5,518 ft Elevation 1,682 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
189.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,600 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

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About Mairang

Mairang is the headquarters of Eastern West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India. It is located at about 40 km from the state capital Shillong, and 45 km (approx.) from Nongstoin along National Highway 106.

People

Population14,363
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density1,802/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units5,745
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain189.6 in/yr
Sunny Days163/yr
Elevation5,518 ft (1,682 m)
Population14,363
Population Density1,802 / sq mi
Elevation5,518 ft (1,682 m)
Coordinates25.5617°, 91.6360°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation189.6 inches (4,816 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Mairang

Mairang is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 14,363. The city sits at an elevation of 5,518 feet (1,682 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 189.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Mairang has a population of 14,363 with a density of 1,802 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,363
Total Population
1,802
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mairang vs India Average

The median household income in Mairang is $1,600, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $29, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 259 business establishments.

Income: Mairang vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,600
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,500
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above India avg
Establishments (County)259

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mairang is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $32 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,745 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$32
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,745

Property Tax

Climate in Mairang

Mairang has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.6°C), the coldest is Jan (10.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 4255 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.8°C / 51°F 2.2° / 20.4° 9.5
Feb 12.1°C / 54°F 2.3° / 21.4° 27.2
Mar 16.1°C / 61°F 6.8° / 25.3° 102.2
Apr 19.1°C / 66°F 11.9° / 26.9° 279.7
May 20.7°C / 69°F 14.3° / 28° 633.6
Jun 22.1°C / 72°F 17.7° / 27.9° 1,059.9
Jul 22.6°C / 73°F 18.8° / 28.3° 798.2
Aug 22.5°C / 72°F 18.2° / 28.4° 594.3
Sep 22°C / 72°F 17° / 28.2° 423.6
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 12.6° / 26.7° 309.0
Nov 15.7°C / 60°F 7.4° / 23.9° 10.0
Dec 12.3°C / 54°F 3.8° / 21° 7.5
Mairang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 189.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,518 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above India avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days163 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,518 ft (1,682 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.6 km²)
Population Density1,802/sq mi
Coordinates25.5617°N, 91.6360°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 189.6"
399% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 51.30"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

145 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 97 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 143 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 89 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 108 km
Jul 7, 2021 8 km SSE of Lakhipur, India M5.3 136 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 115 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 83 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 145 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 144 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 112 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 100 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 140 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 121 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 138 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 24 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 72 km
Feb 2, 1991 3 km NE of Nongstoin, India M4.9 35 km
Oct 14, 2002 19 km SE of Jahedpur, Bangladesh M4.9 98 km
Feb 27, 2001 5 km E of Bongaigaon, India M4.9 145 km
Oct 29, 1990 9 km NW of Dhing, India M4.9 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Sidr (2007).

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 1 244 km
1997 Unnamed Category 2 219 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 211 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
April 64°F (18°C) 12.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 20.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 36.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 51.3 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 28.5 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 21.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 10.9 in
November 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in

Mairang has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 189.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (51.3") and January the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Mairang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brookside Bunglow Rabindranath Tagore Museum
Butterfly museum
Don Bosco Museum
State Museum

Farmers Markets in Mairang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jail Road Market

Gas Stations in Mairang

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #11909388852
IN #11909394519

Airports Near Mairang

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International AirportGAULarge Airport
Osmany International AirportZYLLarge Airport
Shillong AirportSHLMedium Airport

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 Mairang

What is the population of Mairang?

Mairang has a population of 14,363 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,802 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mairang expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,600, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $32 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mairang?

Mairang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 189.6 inches.

How is the job market in Mairang?

The unemployment rate in Mairang is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $29. There are 259 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mairang?

The median home value in Mairang is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $32.

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