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Mattan, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Mattan is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 9,246. Elevation: 5,427 ft (1,654 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
9,246 Population 35/sq mi density
5,427 ft Elevation 1,654 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
42.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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About Mattan

Mattan

Mattan is a town, tehsil and a notified area committee, near Anantnag city in the Anantnag district of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

People

Population9,246
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density35/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units3,698
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation5,427 ft (1,654 m)
Population9,246
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation5,427 ft (1,654 m)
Coordinates33.7630°, 75.2090°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation42.4 inches (1,076 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Mattan

Mattan is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 9,246. The city sits at an elevation of 5,427 feet (1,654 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Mattan has a population of 9,246 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 264.8 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,246
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
264.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mattan vs India Average

The median household income in Mattan is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 166 business establishments.

Income: Mattan vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)166

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mattan is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,698 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,698

Property Tax

Mattan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,427 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above India avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,427 ft (1,654 m)
Area264.8 sq mi (685.9 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates33.7630°N, 75.2090°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
11% above India avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.28"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

192 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

May 1, 2013 16 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.7 99 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 130 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 96 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 67 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 86 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 97 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 133 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 62 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 98 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 87 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 70 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 63 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 118 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 130 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 125 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 78 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 88 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 142 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 74 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (4°C) 5.7 in
March 47°F (8°C) 7.3 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 5.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
September 67°F (20°C) 2.3 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in Driest
December 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in

Mattan has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 34°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.3") and November the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Mattan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
R P School - - - -
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Libraries in Mattan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alif Academy0.0

Farmers Markets in Mattan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit and Vegetable Market

Stadiums & Teams in Mattan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mattan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Awantipura Air Force Station-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mattan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Martand Trith Mattan Temple
Mattan Temple

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 Mattan

What is the population of Mattan?

Mattan has a population of 9,246 residents and is located in India. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 264.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mattan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mattan?

Mattan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mattan?

The job market in Mattan faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 166 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mattan?

The median home value in Mattan is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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