Maraimalainagar, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Maraimalainagar is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 81,872. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

81,872 Population 330/sq mi density

177 ft Elevation 54 meters

83°F Avg Temperature 28°C

61.0 in Annual Rain

Asia / Kolkata Timezone

$3,300 Median Income

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment

Affordability

2.4 / 5.0

$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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People

Population81,872

Median Age33.0 yrs

Density330/mi²

Economy

C+

Median Income$3,300

Per Capita$3,350

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty8.5%

Housing

Home Value$25,000

Rent$55

Housing Units32,749

Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)

Rain61.0 in/yr

Sunny Days331/yr

Elevation177 ft (54 m)

Population	81,872
Population Density	330 / sq mi
Elevation	177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates	12.7978°, 80.0250°
Timezone	Asia/Kolkata
Country	🇮🇳 India
State / Province	Tamil Nadu
Average Temperature	83°F (28°C)
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation	61.0 inches (1,549 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$3,300
Median Age	33.0 years

About Maraimalainagar

Maraimalainagar is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 81,872. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Maraimalainagar has a population of 81,872 with a density of 330 people per square mile, spread across 248.1 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

81,872

Total Population

330

People / sq mi

33.0yrs

Median Age

15% below India avg

248.1mi²

Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Maraimalainagar vs India Average

The median household income in Maraimalainagar is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,474 business establishments.

Income: Maraimalainagar vs India

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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)	1,474

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Maraimalainagar is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 32,749 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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	32,749

Property Tax

Climate in Maraimalainagar

Maraimalainagar has an average annual temperature of 29.2°C (85°F). The hottest month is May (33.2°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1451 mm.

Month	Avg °C / °F	Min / Max °C	Rain (mm)
Jan	25.4°C / 78°F	20.9° / 30°	21.2
Feb	26.8°C / 80°F	21.8° / 31.7°	13.2
Mar	29°C / 84°F	23.9° / 34°	10.4
Apr	31.2°C / 88°F	26.4° / 35.9°	21.4
May	33.2°C / 92°F	27.8° / 38.5°	46.7
Jun	32.6°C / 91°F	27.4° / 37.7°	92.4
Jul	31.1°C / 88°F	26.4° / 35.8°	112.9
Aug	30.4°C / 87°F	25.8° / 34.9°	146.0
Sep	29.8°C / 86°F	25.4° / 34.3°	146.4
Oct	28.6°C / 83°F	24.6° / 32.6°	306.0
Nov	26.9°C / 80°F	23.2° / 30.6°	362.6
Dec	25.7°C / 78°F	21.9° / 29.5°	171.7

Maraimalainagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 61.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	82.5°F
	53% above India avg
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	331 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	177 ft (54 m)
Area	248.1 sq mi (642.4 km²)
Population Density	330/sq mi
Coordinates	12.7978°N, 80.0250°W
Timezone	Asia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.0"

60% above India avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Nov) 12.05"

Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001	39 km SE of Marakkanam, India	M5.2	96 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2023	Michaung	Category 1	181 km
2020	Nivar	Category 1	127 km
2018	Gaja	Category 1	245 km
2016	Vardah	Category 2	36 km
2011	Thane	Category 2	115 km
2010	Laila	Category 1	183 km
2000	Unnamed	Category 1	133 km
1996	Unnamed	Category 1	270 km
1993	Unnamed	Category 1	174 km
1990	Unnamed	Category 4	177 km
1989	Gay	Category 5	225 km
1984	Unnamed	Category 2	63 km
1984	Unnamed	Category 1	164 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	75°F (24°C)	0.8 in	Coldest
February	79°F (26°C)	0.4 in
March	83°F (28°C)	0.2 in	Driest
April	87°F (31°C)	0.5 in
May	90°F (32°C)	1.6 in	Warmest
June	89°F (32°C)	2.3 in
July	85°F (30°C)	4.5 in
August	86°F (30°C)	6.6 in
September	85°F (29°C)	5.4 in
October	82°F (28°C)	9.6 in
November	79°F (26°C)	12.1 in	Wettest
December	76°F (25°C)	5.5 in

Maraimalainagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 75°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Maraimalainagar

Institution	Type	Founded	Website
Great Lakes Institute Of Management	College	—	Visit →
Rajeswari Vedachalam Government Arts College	College	—	Visit →
Shri Andal Alagar college of Engineering	College	—	Visit →

Schools in Maraimalainagar

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Sivananda Women's ITI (proposed)	—	—	—	—
Saint Joseph’s Matriculation Higher Secondary School	—	—	—	—
Government Higher Secondary School, Maraimalai Nagar	—	—	—	—
Government Primary School	—	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near Maraimalainagar

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Magesh Tamil Radio	folk music, melody	MP3
Radio City chennai	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
Magesh online radio 24/7	magesh, tamil	MP3
Inbam fm	christian	MP3 128 kbps
Chennai live	talk radio	MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Maraimalainagar

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Heritage Centre
Heritage Centre
Hindu House
Hindu House
India Seashell Museum
Kamaraj Memorial House
Lighthouse Heritage Museum
Maritime Museum
Modern Art Gallery
Syrian Christian House

Libraries in Maraimalainagar

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Agaram Then panchayat Library		0.0
Agaram Then panchayat Library		0.0
Ambedkar Bhagat Singh DYFI Library		0.0
Ambedkar Bhagat Singh DYFI Library		0.0
Anna Centenary Library		0.0
Anna Central Libraray		0.0
Bhagat Singh Library		0.0
Branch Library		0.0
Branch library		0.0
Branch Library Alandur		0.0
Branch Library Alandur		0.0
Branch Library, CIT Nagar		0.0
Branch Library, CIT Nagar		0.0
Branch Library, Kotturpuram		0.0
Branch Library, Kotturpuram		0.0
Branch Library, Saidapet		0.0
Branch Library, Saidapet		0.0
Branch Library, T nagar		0.0
Branch Library, T nagar		0.0
CDC 5 Learning Centre		0.0
CDC 5 Library		0.0
Central Library		0.0
Chennai District Branch Library, Mandaiveli		0.0
Chennai District Branch Library, Mandaiveli		0.0
Chennai District Circle Library		0.0
Chennai District Circle Library		0.0
Circle Library, Gandhi Nagar		0.0
Circle Library, Gandhi Nagar		0.0
District Branch Library, Ashok Nagar		0.0
District Branch Library, Ashok Nagar		0.0
District Branch Library, Ashok Nagar		0.0
District Branch Library, Indira Nagar		0.0
District Branch Library, Jafferkhanpet		0.0
District Branch Library, Jafferkhanpet		0.0
District Branch Library, Jafferkhanpet		0.0
District Branch Library, Jafferkhanpet		0.0
District Branch Library, Maduvankarai		0.0
District Branch Library, Maduvankarai		0.0
District Branch Library, Mylapore		0.0
District Branch Library, Mylapore		0.0
District Branch Library, Mylapore		0.0
District Branch Library, Mylapore		0.0
District branch library, Saidapet		0.0
District branch library, Saidapet		0.0
District branch library, Saidapet		0.0
District Branch Library, Shastri Nagar		0.0
District Branch Library, Shastri Nagar		0.0
District Branch Library, St. Mary's Road, Mylapore		0.0
District Branch Library, St. Mary's Road, Mylapore		0.0
District Branch Library, Todhunter Nagar, Saidapet		0.0
District Branch Library, Todhunter Nagar, Saidapet		0.0
District Branch Library, Velachery		0.0
District Branch Library, Velachery		0.0
District Branch Library, Vellala Teynampet		0.0
District Branch Library, Vellala Teynampet		0.0
District Branch Library, Venkatapuram, Saidapet		0.0
District Branch Library, Venkatapuram, Saidapet		0.0
District Branch Library, West Mambalam		0.0
District Branch Library, West Mambalam		0.0
District Circle Library, Ashok Nagar		0.0
District Circle Library, Ashok Nagar		0.0
District Circle Library, Ashok Nagar		0.0
District Circle Library, Ashok Nagar		0.0
District full-time library, Velachery		0.0
District full-time library, Velachery		0.0
District Library Chengalpattu		0.0
Dr Swaminathan Iyer Library		0.0
Dr. A.C. Muthiah Central Library, SVCE		0.0
Dr. Kedadas Ethirajulu Indrani Branch Library		0.0
Dr. Kedadas Ethirajulu Indrani Branch Library		0.0
Eloor Private Library		0.0
Eloor Private Library		0.0
Engineering College Hostels Library		0.0
Engineering College Hostels Library		0.0
Founder's block		0.0
Full time branch library, Tiruvanmiyur		0.0
Institute for Energy Studies Library		0.0
Institute for Energy Studies Library		0.0
Kallukuttai Community Network Centre		0.0
Kallukuttai Community Network Centre		0.0
Little Lending Library		0.0
Little Lending Library		0.0
Mahatma Gandhi Library, Gandhi Mandapam		0.0
Miller Memorial Library		0.0
Nallasivan library		0.0
Nallasivan library		0.0
Panuval Book Shop		0.0
Part Time Library, Vadapalani Police Quarters		0.0
Part Time Library, Vadapalani Police Quarters		0.0
Part Time Library, Vadapalani Police Quarters		0.0
Part Time Library, West Mambalam		0.0
Part Time Library, West Mambalam		0.0
Part Time Library, West Mambalam		0.0
Public Library		0.0
Public Library		0.0
Public Library		0.0
Public Library		0.0
Public Library		0.0
Public Library		0.0
Public Library		0.0
Rajaji Memorial Library, Adyar		0.0
Ranade Library		0.0
Ranade Library		0.0
Ranga Lending Library		0.0
Ranga Lending Library		0.0
roja muthiah research library		0.0
Semmozhi Tamil Library		0.0
Semmozhi Tamil Library		0.0
SRM Library		0.0
Teacher's Colony Branch Library		0.0
University Library		0.0
Vasanta Vihar		0.0
VIT Chennai Library		0.0
பாரதி அறிவுடைமை பொது நூலகம்		0.0

Farmers Markets in Maraimalainagar

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Abdul Razaak Market (Vegatables)
Abdul Razaak Market (Vegatables)
Abdul Razaak Market (Vegatables)
Abdul Razaak Vegatable Market
Alwapet Market
Bhagawan Fish Market
Fish Market
Fish Market
Fish Market
hariom harwares
kottivakkam seafood Market
Mambalam Vegetable Market
Nanganallur Market
Palavakkam Fish Market
Palavakkam PDS Center (Ration SHOP) ,TNSCC
Sri Karaneeswarar Fish Market
T Nager Street Market
Vasanth & Co
Vasanth & Co

Restaurants in Maraimalainagar

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amma Unavagam

Junior Kuppanna

Malabar Kitchen

Clinics in Maraimalainagar

6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Acu Touch and Varma Clinic

Devaki Memorial Eye Clinic

Naturo Shifa Homeopathic Clinic

S S Clinic

Sri Child Care Clinic and Vaccination Centre

Vijay Ortho Clinic

Dentists in Maraimalainagar

6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annam Dental Clinic

Dr. Srinath's Dental Zone

Punnagai Dental Clinic

Raga Dental Clinic

Reva Dental Clinic

Shri Dhanwantari Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Maraimalainagar

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kattangulathur

Bus Stations in Maraimalainagar

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maraimalai Nagar Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Maraimalainagar

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum

Banks in Maraimalainagar

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Bank

Indian Overseas Bank

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited

Stadiums & Teams in Maraimalainagar

Team	League	Division




Indian Airlines Stadium

Airports Near Maraimalainagar

3 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chennai International Airport	MAA	Large Airport
INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station	—	Small Airport
Tambaram Air Force Station	—	Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Maraimalainagar

66 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
24 Hours Health care centre
24 Hours Hospital
Aarthi Scans
Adyar Ortho Clinic
Aishwarya Clinic
Apollo Cosmetic Clinic
Aryan Clinic
Csm Nursing Home
Csm Nursing Home
Dhanvantari Multispeciality Clinic
Diabetes and Heart Care Clinic
Dr Vas Dental Clinic
Dr. Reddi's Poly Clinic
Getwel Dental Clinic
Healthwise Clinic
Hirsh Nursing Home
Indhu Siddha Ayurveda Clinic
Indra Clinic
Jaya Eye Clinic
Jeevan Women Care Clinic
K.K. Nagar Dispensary and Polyclinic
K.K. Nagar Dispensary and Polyclinic
Keerthi clinic
Lalitha Nurshing Home
Latha Ravichandran Clinic
Lifeline Cliniq , Adyar
M.L Dental Clinic
Maf Clinic
Maya Nursing Home Pvt Ltd
Maya Nursing Home Pvt Ltd
Mother and Child Care Clinic, Chennai
Nandambakkam Dispensary
Prakriti Ayurvedic Center
R.M.D. Nursing Home
Raja Annamalai Puram Dispensary No.6
Sampat Nursing Home
Shree Chakra Maternity Clinic and Nursing Home
Siva clinic
SMV Nursing Home
SMV Nursing Home
Sri Balaji Ent And Maternity Clinic
Sri Ganesa Eye Clinic
Sri Hanu Nursing Home
Sri Hari Clinic
Sri Hari Clinic
Sri Kamatchi Nursing Home
Sri Meenakshi Nursing Home, Chennai
Sri Meenakshi Nursing Home, Chennai
Sri Ramana Eye Center
Sri Renga Clinic
Sri Sayee Poly Clinic
Sri Venkatesvara Physio and Obesity Centre
Sri Visa Clinic
Subamathi Clinic
Sucha Eye Cure
Sugam Poly Clinic
Suraksha Ent Care Centre
The Surgical Clinic and Nursing Home
Udhaya Sai Clinic
Vaman Clinic Eye and Ent Care
Vaman Clinic Eye and Ent Care
Vijay's Nursing Home
Vijaya Institute Of Trauma and Orthopadics
Vijaya Institute Of Trauma and Orthopadics
Viji Clinic
Yagnyaa Diabetes Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maraimalainagar

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Ganesh Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone

Asia/Kolkata

Things to See Near Maraimalainagar

4 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (2)

• Perungulathur
• Rāma Malal

🦁 Zoos (2)

• Night Safari
• Vandalur Zoo

🇮🇳 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 Maraimalainagar

What is the population of Maraimalainagar?

Maraimalainagar has a population of 81,872 residents and is located in India. The population density is 330 people per square mile, spread across 248.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Maraimalainagar 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 Maraimalainagar?

Maraimalainagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.0 inches.

How is the job market in Maraimalainagar?

Maraimalainagar 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 1,474 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Maraimalainagar?

The median home value in Maraimalainagar is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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Economy 6/13

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Crime & Safety 0/12

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Cost of Services 0/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 3/6

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