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Naharlagun, India

Arunachal Pradesh · India

Naharlagun is a mid-size city in Arunachal Pradesh, India with a population of 36,158. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
36,158 Population 403/sq mi density
522 ft Elevation 159 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
110.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,900 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,900 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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People

Population36,158
Median Age23.0 yrs
Density403/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,900
Per Capita$2,050
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty24.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units14,463
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain110.0 in/yr
Sunny Days182/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Population36,158
Population Density403 / sq mi
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates27.1047°, 93.6952°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceArunachal Pradesh
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation110.0 inches (2,795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,900
Median Age23.0 years

About Naharlagun

Naharlagun is a mid-size city in India (Arunachal Pradesh) with a population of 36,158. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet (159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 110.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Naharlagun has a population of 36,158 with a density of 403 people per square mile, spread across 89.6 square miles. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

36,158
Total Population
403
People / sq mi
23.0yrs
Median Age
41% below India avg
89.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Naharlagun vs India Average

The median household income in Naharlagun is $1,900, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $39, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 651 business establishments.

Income: Naharlagun vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,900
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,050
Avg Weekly Wage$39

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above India avg
Establishments (County)651

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Naharlagun is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,463 total housing units in the city. 29.8% 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$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,463

Property Tax

Climate in Naharlagun

Naharlagun has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.4°C), the coldest is Jan (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2329 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.7°C / 58°F 7.7° / 22.8° 14.9
Feb 16.5°C / 62°F 8.8° / 25.2° 38.0
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 12.3° / 30.1° 62.1
Apr 23.9°C / 75°F 16.3° / 32.7° 190.8
May 25.6°C / 78°F 18.8° / 33.6° 299.1
Jun 26.9°C / 80°F 21.6° / 32.7° 480.6
Jul 27.3°C / 81°F 23.2° / 33.2° 462.4
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 22.9° / 33.7° 318.3
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 22° / 33.3° 256.3
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 16.7° / 31° 189.3
Nov 19.3°C / 67°F 12.4° / 26.8° 9.4
Dec 15.9°C / 61°F 8.9° / 23.5° 8.0
Naharlagun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 182 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 110.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days182 days/yr

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area89.6 sq mi (232.1 km²)
Population Density403/sq mi
Coordinates27.1047°N, 93.6952°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 110.0"
190% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 20.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

161 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 128 km
Jul 19, 2019 64 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.5 109 km
Feb 17, 1995 41 km N of Bomdila, India M5.5 143 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 77 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 131 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 83 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 72 km
Jan 25, 2000 48 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.2 122 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 91 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 114 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 124 km
Dec 29, 1990 13 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 123 km
Jan 2, 2000 33 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 129 km
Sep 26, 1998 67 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.0 114 km
Mar 26, 2021 47 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 117 km
Dec 2, 1998 34 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.0 87 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 136 km
Jun 11, 2018 18 km NE of Rah?, India M4.9 134 km
Oct 25, 1994 19 km SW of Bomdila, India M4.9 139 km
May 29, 2023 6 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M4.9 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 205 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
March 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.5 in
May 79°F (26°C) 15.3 in
June 82°F (28°C) 19.5 in
July 83°F (28°C) 20.4 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 18.8 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 14.6 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest

Naharlagun has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 61°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 110.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.4") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Naharlagun

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1 — — — —
Royal International School — — — —
Oju Mission School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Naharlagun

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Naharlagun

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CEFL Studio & Archives0.0
Centralised Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Naharlagun

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Super Market

Restaurants in Naharlagun

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canteen
NERIST Students' Canteen
The Teico

Theatres in Naharlagun

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NERIST auditorium

Train Stations in Naharlagun

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gumto
Naharlagun

Bus Stations in Naharlagun

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #907518353

Gas Stations in Naharlagun

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1692786559

Banks in Naharlagun

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Shopping Malls in Naharlagun

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Max Mart

Stadiums & Teams in Naharlagun

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Naharlagun

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Itanagar Donyi Polo Hollongi AirportHGIMedium Airport
Jorhat AirportJRHMedium Airport
Lilabari North Lakhimpur AirportIXIMedium Airport
Ziro AirportZERMedium Airport

Post Offices in Naharlagun

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Naharlagun

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church
Kali Bari
Kristi Kendra (Naam Ghar)
Nyadir Namlo
Revival Church
Shiv Mandir

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 Naharlagun

What is the population of Naharlagun?

Naharlagun has a population of 36,158 residents and is located in India. The population density is 403 people per square mile, spread across 89.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Naharlagun expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,900, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% 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 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Naharlagun?

Naharlagun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 110.0 inches.

How is the job market in Naharlagun?

The unemployment rate in Naharlagun is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $39. There are 651 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Naharlagun?

The median home value in Naharlagun is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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