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Melur, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Melur is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 40,017. Elevation: 505 ft (154 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
40,017 Population 6,817/sq mi density
505 ft Elevation 154 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
39.6 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
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population40,017
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density6,817/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units16,007
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Population40,017
Population Density6,817 / sq mi
Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Coordinates10.0324°, 78.3393°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation39.6 inches (1,005 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Melur

Melur is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 40,017. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet (154 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 39.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Melur has a population of 40,017 with a density of 6,817 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

40,017
Total Population
6,817
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Melur vs India Average

The median household income in Melur 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 720 business establishments.

Income: Melur 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

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)720

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Melur 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 16,007 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 Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units16,007

Property Tax

Climate in Melur

Melur 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.9°C / 75°F 16.3° / 32.6° 42.3
Feb 25.9°C / 79°F 17° / 36.5° 7.3
Mar 29°C / 84°F 19.2° / 40° 15.5
Apr 30.5°C / 87°F 23.2° / 40.8° 63.1
May 30.3°C / 87°F 23.7° / 40.1° 88.9
Jun 28.9°C / 84°F 22.6° / 37.9° 72.2
Jul 28.3°C / 83°F 22.6° / 37.2° 94.6
Aug 28.1°C / 83°F 22° / 36.9° 118.7
Sep 27.7°C / 82°F 21.5° / 36.3° 118.9
Oct 26.5°C / 80°F 21.3° / 34.4° 239.0
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 19.7° / 30.6° 199.7
Dec 24°C / 75°F 17.7° / 30.1° 106.6
Melur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above India avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density6,817/sq mi
Coordinates10.0324°N, 78.3393°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.6"
4% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.11"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 98 km
2011 Thane Category 1 252 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 244 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 185 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 237 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 194 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 85°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 2.1 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 2.3 in
July 86°F (30°C) 3.2 in
August 85°F (30°C) 5.6 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 5.2 in
December 78°F (25°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Melur has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.1") and February the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Melur

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gallery Kutir Asthi Peedam
Gandhi Memorial Museum
Government Museum - Madurai
Keeladi Archaeological Site
Keeladi Museum
Keezhadi Archeological Museum
Sivaganga District Museum

Libraries in Melur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library0.0
Gandhi Museum Library0.0
Kalaignar Centenary Library0.0
Theosophical Society0.0

Farmers Markets in Melur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Vegetable Market
Fish market
Flower Market
Fruit Market
Jaihindpuram Market
Nelpettai Market
Pandi Bazzar
Pandi Bazzar
Uzhavar Sandhai

Hotels in Melur

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Temple City Gateway

Restaurants in Melur

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anjappar

Theatres in Melur

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ganesh Theatre Complex

Bus Stations in Melur

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Melur

Gas Stations in Melur

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
HP
IN #10197730492

Banks in Melur

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Melur

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Melur

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Ramnad Naval Air StationSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Melur

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Thiruvathavur Kalvettu

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 Melur

What is the population of Melur?

Melur has a population of 40,017 residents and is located in India. The population density is 6,817 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Melur 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 Melur?

Melur 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 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.

How is the job market in Melur?

Melur 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 720 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Melur?

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

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