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Minicoy, India

Lakshadweep · India

Minicoy is a small city in Lakshadweep, India with a population of 10,447. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,447 Population 843/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
65.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,000 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$2,000 median income, 7.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Minicoy

Minicoy

Minicoy, locally known as Maliku, is an island in Lakshadweep, India. Along with Viringili, it is on Maliku atoll, the southernmost atoll of Lakshadweep archipelago. Administratively, it is a census town in the Indian union territory of Lakshadweep. The island is situated 398 km southwest of Kochi and 425 km west of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala.

People

Population10,447
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density843/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,000
Per Capita$1,900
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty6.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units4,179
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain65.0 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population10,447
Population Density843 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates8.2890°, 73.0617°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceLakshadweep
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation65.0 inches (1,651 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,000
Median Age29.0 years

About Minicoy

Minicoy is a small city in India (Lakshadweep) with a population of 10,447. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Minicoy has a population of 10,447 with a density of 843 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,447
Total Population
843
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below India avg
12.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Minicoy vs India Average

The median household income in Minicoy is $2,000, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $37, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 188 business establishments.

Income: Minicoy vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,000
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,900
Avg Weekly Wage$37

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above India avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below India avg
Establishments (County)188

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Minicoy is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,179 total housing units in the city. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, 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$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,179

Property Tax

Climate in Minicoy

Minicoy has an average annual temperature of 28.6°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (30°C), the coldest is Jan (27.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1655 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.8°C / 82°F 24.3° / 31.3° 39.7
Feb 28.2°C / 83°F 24.6° / 31.7° 22.3
Mar 29.2°C / 85°F 25.8° / 32.7° 30.2
Apr 30°C / 86°F 26.9° / 33.2° 56.7
May 29.8°C / 86°F 26.8° / 32.8° 157.0
Jun 28.7°C / 84°F 25.8° / 31.6° 289.5
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 25.5° / 31° 270.8
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 25.6° / 31.1° 211.6
Sep 28.3°C / 83°F 25.5° / 31.1° 160.3
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 25.2° / 31.3° 177.6
Nov 28.1°C / 83°F 25° / 31.2° 145.3
Dec 28°C / 82°F 24.7° / 31.2° 94.0
Minicoy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above India avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area12.4 sq mi (32.1 km²)
Population Density843/sq mi
Coordinates8.2890°N, 73.0617°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.0"
71% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.42"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Feb 5, 2020.

Feb 5, 2020 76 km NE of Dhidhdhoo, Maldives M4.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ockhi (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Ockhi Category 2 68 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 6.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 11.4 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 9.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
December 80°F (27°C) 3.0 in

Minicoy has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 80°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 65.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.4") and March the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Minicoy

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya - - - -
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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 Minicoy

What is the population of Minicoy?

Minicoy has a population of 10,447 residents and is located in India. The population density is 843 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Minicoy expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,000, 97% 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 $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Minicoy?

Minicoy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.0 inches.

How is the job market in Minicoy?

The unemployment rate in Minicoy is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $37. There are 188 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Minicoy?

The median home value in Minicoy is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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