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Multan, Pakistan

Punjab · 🇵🇰 Pakistan

Multan is a major city in Punjab, Pakistan with a population of 2,169,915. Elevation: 413 ft (126 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
2,169,915 Population 19,650/sq mi density
413 ft Elevation 126 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
6.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Karachi Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 5.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$100/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $1,500
98% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $100
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population2,169,915
Median Age22.0 yrs
Density19,650/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,360
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty16.5%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$100
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.1%
Depression3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI67 (Moderate)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation413 ft (126 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.4%
Population2,169,915
Population Density19,650 / sq mi
Elevation413 ft (126 m)
Coordinates30.1968°, 71.4782°
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation6.2 inches (157 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age22.0 years

Is Multan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Multan receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Multan faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Multan is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Multan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67.

Multan has a population of 2,169,915 with a density of 19,650 people per square mile, spread across 110.4 square miles. The median age is 22.0 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. 8.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 56.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,169,915
Total Population
19,650
People / sq mi
22.0yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
110.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Multan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Multan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Multan is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,360 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 23.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Multan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below US avg
Per Capita Income$1,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living23.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $100 (91% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$100
91% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

In Multan, 23.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 43.2% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Multan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure43.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression3.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.0%

Food & Exercise

Multan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. The area gets 325 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 6.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 413 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.2 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median67.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %73.5%

Geography

Elevation413 ft (126 m)
Area110.4 sq mi (286.0 km²)
Population Density19,650/sq mi
Coordinates30.1968°N, 71.4782°W
TimezoneAsia/Karachi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.3 in
June 95°F (35°C) 0.4 in Warmest
July 93°F (34°C) 2.0 in Wettest
August 91°F (33°C) 1.5 in
September 88°F (31°C) 0.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in

Multan has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 55°F in January to 95°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 6.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.0") and November the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 27.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density19,650/sq mi
Total Area110.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Multan

What is the population of Multan?

Multan has a population of 2,169,915 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 19,650 people per square mile, spread across 110.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Multan expensive to live in?

Multan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 23.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Multan?

Multan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 67.

How is the job market in Multan?

The unemployment rate in Multan is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Multan?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Multan?

10.9% of adults in Multan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Multan?

The obesity rate in Multan is 23.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 3.5% of residents report depression.

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