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Namsai, India

Arunachal Pradesh · India

Namsai is a small city in Arunachal Pradesh, India with a population of 14,246. Elevation: 489 ft (149 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
14,246 Population 191/sq mi density
489 ft Elevation 149 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
106.2 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

Population14,246
Median Age23.0 yrs
Density191/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units5,698
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain106.2 in/yr
Sunny Days180/yr
Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Population14,246
Population Density191 / sq mi
Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Coordinates27.6690°, 95.8640°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceArunachal Pradesh
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation106.2 inches (2,697 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,900
Median Age23.0 years

About Namsai

Namsai is a small city in India (Arunachal Pradesh) with a population of 14,246. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet (149 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Namsai has a population of 14,246 with a density of 191 people per square mile, spread across 74.7 square miles. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,246
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
23.0yrs
Median Age
41% below India avg
74.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Namsai vs India Average

The median household income in Namsai 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 256 business establishments.

Income: Namsai 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)256

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Namsai 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 5,698 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 Units5,698

Property Tax

Climate in Namsai

Namsai has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.7°C), the coldest is Jan (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.2°C / 61°F 8.5° / 26.2° 20.7
Feb 18.2°C / 65°F 9.4° / 30.4° 60.7
Mar 22.4°C / 72°F 13° / 33.4° 82.5
Apr 25.7°C / 78°F 17.6° / 36.6° 182.7
May 27.6°C / 82°F 19.3° / 39° 321.1
Jun 29°C / 84°F 22.8° / 38.4° 591.8
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 24.1° / 38.9° 546.2
Aug 29.7°C / 85°F 23.9° / 39.4° 390.8
Sep 28.9°C / 84°F 22.9° / 39.1° 299.4
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 18° / 36.7° 199.5
Nov 21.4°C / 71°F 14° / 32.8° 10.6
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 9.8° / 27.5° 12.3
Namsai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 180 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 106.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above India avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days180 days/yr

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area74.7 sq mi (193.6 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates27.6690°N, 95.8640°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 106.2"
179% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 21.34"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 29, 2025.

Dec 12, 1995 52 km ESE of Khonsa, India M5.1 93 km
Feb 10, 2019 68 km SSE of Tezu, India M5.0 62 km
May 24, 2004 106 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M5.0 148 km
Nov 29, 2013 103 km NNE of P?sigh?t, India M5.0 134 km
Nov 20, 1996 100 km NNW of Hayuliang, India M5.0 133 km
May 24, 1993 95 km NNW of Hayuliang, India M5.0 131 km
May 22, 2023 76 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M5.0 145 km
May 11, 1991 63 km WNW of Sarupathar, India M4.9 140 km
Jun 2, 2018 107 km SSE of Hayuliang, India M4.9 123 km
Nov 21, 1991 60 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.9 128 km
May 30, 1995 15 km S of Margherita, India M4.9 62 km
Feb 1, 2020 108 km NNE of P?sigh?t, India M4.9 147 km
May 24, 1990 46 km S of Khonsa, India M4.8 124 km
Nov 3, 1990 60 km SSE of Hayuliang, India M4.7 89 km
Jun 30, 2012 64 km NNW of Hayuliang, India M4.7 120 km
Jun 28, 2004 51 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.7 139 km
Sep 8, 1992 64 km NNE of Along, India M4.7 145 km
Nov 8, 1997 93 km NNE of P?sigh?t, India M4.7 123 km
Aug 26, 2019 75 km WNW of Sarupathar, India M4.7 136 km
May 8, 1993 91 km NE of P?sigh?t, India M4.7 118 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 1 268 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
April 73°F (23°C) 8.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 10.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 18.6 in
July 82°F (28°C) 21.3 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 18.4 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 12.5 in
October 76°F (25°C) 5.9 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Driest

Namsai has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 59°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 106.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.3") and December the driest (0.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Namsai

Institution Type Founded Website
Bethany College College

Schools in Namsai

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Givernment Higher Secondary School
Government Middle School
Sunflower Middle School
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Radio Stations near Namsai

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Namsai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piyong Rural Hat
Tuesday Market

Hotels in Namsai

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alka Hotel
Emma hotel
Longkan Hotel

Gas Stations in Namsai

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1740002011

Airports Near Namsai

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chabua Air Force StationSmall Airport
Dinjan AirfieldSmall Airport
Pasighat AirportIXTSmall Airport
Sookerating (Doomdooma) AirportSmall Airport
Tezu AirportTEISmall Airport

Post Offices in Namsai

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Namsai Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Namsai

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Pariyatti Sansana Buddhist Vihara

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Namsai

What is the population of Namsai?

Namsai has a population of 14,246 residents and is located in India. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 74.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Namsai 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 Namsai?

Namsai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 106.2 inches.

How is the job market in Namsai?

The unemployment rate in Namsai 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 256 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Namsai?

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

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