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Nepalgunj, Nepal

Lumbini Province · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Nepalgunj is a large city in Lumbini Province, Nepal with a population of 166,258. Elevation: 492 ft (150 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
166,258 Population 5,011/sq mi density
492 ft Elevation 150 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
50.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population166,258
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density5,011/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation492 ft (150 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population166,258
Population Density5,011 / sq mi
Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Coordinates28.0500°, 81.6167°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceLumbini Province
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation50.4 inches (1,279 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Nepalgunj a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nepalgunj receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Nepalgunj has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nepalgunj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Nepalgunj has a population of 166,258 with a density of 5,011 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 square miles. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

166,258
Total Population
5,011
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
33.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Nepalgunj vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nepalgunj vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nepalgunj is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nepalgunj vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nepalgunj, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Nepalgunj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Area33.2 sq mi (85.9 km²)
Population Density5,011/sq mi
Coordinates28.0500°N, 81.6167°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 89°F (31°C) 7.4 in
July 85°F (29°C) 14.7 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 12.8 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 62°F (16°C) 0.4 in

Nepalgunj has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 60°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.7") and November the driest (0.1").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,011/sq mi
Total Area33.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nepalgunj

What is the population of Nepalgunj?

Nepalgunj has a population of 166,258 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 5,011 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Nepalgunj expensive to live in?

Nepalgunj is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nepalgunj?

Nepalgunj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Nepalgunj?

The job market in Nepalgunj faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Nepalgunj?

21.3% of adults in Nepalgunj hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nepalgunj?

The obesity rate in Nepalgunj is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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