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Nongstoin, India

Meghalaya · India

Nongstoin is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 28,742. Elevation: 4,334 ft (1,321 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
28,742 Population 40/sq mi density
4,334 ft Elevation 1,321 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
271.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,600 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

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People

Population28,742
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density40/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units11,497
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain271.9 in/yr
Sunny Days159/yr
Elevation4,334 ft (1,321 m)
Population28,742
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation4,334 ft (1,321 m)
Coordinates25.5170°, 91.2648°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation271.9 inches (6,907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Nongstoin

Nongstoin is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 28,742. The city sits at an elevation of 4,334 feet (1,321 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 271.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Nongstoin has a population of 28,742 with a density of 40 people per square mile, spread across 720.8 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,742
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
720.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nongstoin vs India Average

The median household income in Nongstoin is $1,600, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $29, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 517 business establishments.

Income: Nongstoin vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,600
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,500
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above India avg
Establishments (County)517

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nongstoin is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $32 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,497 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$32
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,497

Property Tax

Climate in Nongstoin

Nongstoin has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.5°C), the coldest is Jan (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 4231 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C / 54°F 3.4° / 21.4° 9.5
Feb 13.7°C / 57°F 4.2° / 22.4° 27.3
Mar 17.8°C / 64°F 9° / 26.5° 101.8
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 13° / 28.1° 276.5
May 21.9°C / 71°F 15.6° / 28.9° 634.2
Jun 23.1°C / 74°F 18.4° / 28.7° 1,052.9
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 19.9° / 28.9° 788.6
Aug 23.4°C / 74°F 19.3° / 29.3° 589.1
Sep 22.9°C / 73°F 18.6° / 29.1° 422.8
Oct 20.8°C / 69°F 13.4° / 27.8° 311.2
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 8.2° / 24.7° 9.8
Dec 13.3°C / 56°F 4.6° / 22.1° 7.5
Nongstoin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 159 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 271.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,334 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above India avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days159 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,334 ft (1,321 m)
Area720.8 sq mi (1,866.8 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates25.5170°N, 91.2648°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 271.9"
616% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 80.63"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

106 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.3 on Feb 26, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 121 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 116 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 138 km
Jul 7, 2021 8 km SSE of Lakhipur, India M5.3 104 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 134 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 106 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 116 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 103 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 103 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 77 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 16 km
Feb 2, 1991 3 km NE of Nongstoin, India M4.9 4 km
Oct 2, 2023 28 km S of Goālpāra, India M4.9 82 km
Aug 6, 1997 31 km ENE of Shillong, India M4.9 93 km
Feb 27, 2001 5 km E of Bongaigaon, India M4.9 126 km
Oct 14, 2002 19 km SE of Jahedpur, Bangladesh M4.9 105 km
Jul 24, 1994 17 km NNE of Badarpur, India M4.7 149 km
Aug 22, 1991 34 km W of Chh?tak, Bangladesh M4.7 55 km
Sep 19, 1991 15 km WNW of Morigaon, India M4.7 130 km
Sep 2, 1991 19 km NNE of Kishorganj, Bangladesh M4.7 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Sidr (2007).

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 1 229 km
1997 Unnamed Category 2 246 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 223 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 288 km
1988 Unnamed Category 1 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 78 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.4 in
April 66°F (19°C) 18.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 26.9 in
June 69°F (21°C) 50.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 80.6 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 44.8 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 29.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 11.5 in
November 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in

Nongstoin has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 271.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (80.6") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Nongstoin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Célia and Marc school
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Hotels in Nongstoin

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OYO Yoo-Yee traveller's Inn

Gas Stations in Nongstoin

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #6970682886
petrol station indian oil

Banks in Nongstoin

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ATM

Airports Near Nongstoin

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International AirportGAULarge Airport
Osmany International AirportZYLLarge Airport
Shillong AirportSHLMedium Airport

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 Nongstoin

What is the population of Nongstoin?

Nongstoin has a population of 28,742 residents and is located in India. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 720.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nongstoin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,600, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $32 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nongstoin?

Nongstoin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 159 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 271.9 inches.

How is the job market in Nongstoin?

The unemployment rate in Nongstoin is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $29. There are 517 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nongstoin?

The median home value in Nongstoin is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $32.

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