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Mettur, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Mettur is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 56,743. Elevation: 673 ft (205 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
56,743 Population 10,097/sq mi density
673 ft Elevation 205 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
31.2 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

Population56,743
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density10,097/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units22,697
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Population56,743
Population Density10,097 / sq mi
Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Coordinates11.7880°, 77.8008°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (793 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Mettur

Mettur is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 56,743. The city sits at an elevation of 673 feet (205 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Mettur has a population of 56,743 with a density of 10,097 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

56,743
Total Population
10,097
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mettur vs India Average

The median household income in Mettur 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 1,021 business establishments.

Income: Mettur 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)1,021

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mettur 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 22,697 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 Units22,697

Property Tax

Climate in Mettur

Mettur has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.3°C), the coldest is Dec (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 13.4° / 32.3° 12.1
Feb 24.6°C / 76°F 14.8° / 35.9° 3.2
Mar 27.8°C / 82°F 16.9° / 38.7° 11.5
Apr 29.3°C / 85°F 20.8° / 39.5° 42.0
May 27.9°C / 82°F 20.8° / 38.3° 148.0
Jun 25.9°C / 79°F 20° / 34.6° 79.1
Jul 24.9°C / 77°F 19.7° / 32.9° 111.3
Aug 24.8°C / 77°F 19.4° / 33.2° 156.2
Sep 24.1°C / 75°F 18.9° / 31.6° 136.4
Oct 23.7°C / 75°F 18.3° / 30.9° 176.8
Nov 22.5°C / 73°F 16.2° / 28.9° 119.8
Dec 21.8°C / 71°F 14.5° / 29.5° 60.9
Mettur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 673 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above India avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density10,097/sq mi
Coordinates11.7880°N, 77.8008°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

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 1 202 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 271 km
2011 Thane Category 1 229 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 230 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 169 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 166 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
April 85°F (30°C) 1.9 in Warmest
May 85°F (30°C) 4.4 in
June 82°F (28°C) 1.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in
August 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 4.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in Wettest
November 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in
December 74°F (24°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Mettur has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Mettur

Institution Type Founded Website
Govt. Arts College, Mettur College
Kavery Educational Institutions College

Schools in Mettur

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MAM Higher Secondary School
Vaidheeswaran Kovil School
St. Mary's Girls Hr. Sec. School
Govt. Hr. Sec. School
Vaitheeshwara Hr. Sec. School
St. Philomina's Middle School
St. Philomena's Middle School
St. Mary's Metric Hr. Sec School
Municipal Primary School, Ponnagar
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Radio Stations near Mettur

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Mettur

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tamilnadu Mettur

Theatres in Mettur

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karpagam Theater

Clinics in Mettur

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AV Clinic
Dhanvanthri Clinic
Duraisamy Eye Clinic
JV Children's Clinic
Saraswathi Poly Clinic
Shiva Siddha Clinic
Sri Sakthi Homeo Clinic
Suresh Physiotherapy Clinic

Dentists in Mettur

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

John's Dental Speciality Centre
Mani Dental Clinic
Sri Bala Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Mettur

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mettur Dam

Bus Stations in Mettur

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mettur Bus Stand
Mettur Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Mettur

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1411757967

Airports Near Mettur

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport

Post Offices in Mettur

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mettur Dam
Mettur RS
Salem Camp Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mettur

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Joseph RC Chruch
St. Mary's Chruch

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Things to See Near Mettur

1 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (1)
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🇮🇳 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 Mettur

What is the population of Mettur?

Mettur has a population of 56,743 residents and is located in India. The population density is 10,097 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mettur 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 Mettur?

Mettur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.

How is the job market in Mettur?

Mettur 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 1,021 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mettur?

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

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