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Manipal, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Manipal is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 34,370. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
34,370 Population 3,423/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
178.6 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

Population34,370
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density3,423/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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain178.6 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population34,370
Population Density3,423 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates13.3500°, 74.7833°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation178.6 inches (4,537 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Manipal a Good Place to Live?

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

Manipal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 178.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Manipal has a population of 34,370 with a density of 3,423 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

34,370
Total Population
3,423
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
10.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Manipal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Manipal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manipal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Manipal 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 Manipal, 7.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% are current smokers. 12.6% report depression. 73.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Manipal 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

Manipal has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 178.6 inches. The area enjoys 205 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall178.6 inches
370% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area10.0 sq mi (26.0 km²)
Population Density3,423/sq mi
Coordinates13.3500°N, 74.7833°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). 55.9% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density3,423/sq mi
Total Area10.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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