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Mhow, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Mhow is a mid-size city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 81,702. Elevation: 1,896 ft (578 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
81,702 Population 188/sq mi density
1,896 ft Elevation 578 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population81,702
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density188/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units32,681
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Population81,702
Population Density188 / sq mi
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Coordinates22.5589°, 75.7654°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (996 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Mhow

Mhow is a mid-size city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 81,702. The city sits at an elevation of 1,896 feet (578 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Mhow has a population of 81,702 with a density of 188 people per square mile, spread across 433.5 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

81,702
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
433.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mhow vs India Average

The median household income in Mhow is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7 business establishments.

Income: Mhow vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare6
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mhow is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 32,681 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units32,681

Property Tax

Climate in Mhow

Mhow has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (32.4°C), the coldest is Jan (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 976 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.2°C / 65°F 10.4° / 25.9° 5.2
Feb 21.1°C / 70°F 13° / 29.2° 4.5
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 17.1° / 34.5° 3.5
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 21.6° / 38.9° 3.1
May 32.4°C / 90°F 24.6° / 40.2° 14.1
Jun 30.2°C / 86°F 24.4° / 36° 135.8
Jul 26.5°C / 80°F 22.8° / 30.2° 300.3
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 22.1° / 28.6° 279.3
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21.3° / 30.6° 178.3
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 18.4° / 32.6° 33.2
Nov 22.7°C / 73°F 15° / 30.4° 12.5
Dec 19.5°C / 67°F 11.7° / 27.4° 6.1
Mhow has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,896 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Area433.5 sq mi (1,122.7 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates22.5589°N, 75.7654°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.81"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jan 4, 2009.

Jan 4, 2009 26 km ESE of Sendhwa, India M4.1 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 5.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 11.8 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 11.8 in
September 78°F (25°C) 7.5 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Mhow has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 65°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Mhow

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Indore infotainment, music AAC+ 71 kbps

Museums in Mhow

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Central Museum - Indore
Central Museum - Indore

Libraries in Mhow

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Central Library, DAVV0.0
DAVV Central Library0.0
DAVV Central Library0.0
IIM Indore Library0.0
Sankalp Library0.0
Sankalp Library0.0
Unique Library0.0
Unique Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mhow

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anoop Nagar Market
Shoppers Stop
Shoppers Stop

Hotels in Mhow

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Col's uphaar hotel mhow

Clinics in Mhow

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fracture Clinic, Indore

Train Stations in Mhow

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Ambedkar Nagar
Patal Pani
Patalpani
Patalpani Waterfall

Bus Stations in Mhow

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mhow Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Mhow

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil Petrol Pump
Indian Oil Petrol Pump
Indian Oil Petrol Pump
Indian Oil Petrol Pump
Indian Oil Petrol Pump

Stadiums & Teams in Mhow

TeamLeagueDivision
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

Airports Near Mhow

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International AirportIDRLarge Airport
Bentayan Airport-Small Airport
Khandwa Airport-Small Airport
Khargon Govt. Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mhow

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Janmsthali
Tantiya Bhil Temple

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Mhow

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hospitals 6
Hotels 1
Parks 4
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Mhow

2 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Sukhnivas Palace
🛡️ Forts (1)
  • • Mhow Fort

🇮🇳 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 Mhow

What is the population of Mhow?

Mhow has a population of 81,702 residents and is located in India. The population density is 188 people per square mile, spread across 433.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mhow expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mhow?

Mhow has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.

How is the job market in Mhow?

Mhow has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 7 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mhow?

The median home value in Mhow is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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