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Nongumlong, India

Meghalaya · India

Nongumlong is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 7,381. Elevation: 5,148 ft (1,569 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

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7,381 Population 153/sq mi density
5,148 ft Elevation 1,569 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
159.0 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

Population7,381
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density153/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

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Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units2,952
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain159.0 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation5,148 ft (1,569 m)
Population7,381
Population Density153 / sq mi
Elevation5,148 ft (1,569 m)
Coordinates25.5644°, 91.8312°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation159.0 inches (4,039 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Nongumlong

Nongumlong is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 7,381. The city sits at an elevation of 5,148 feet (1,569 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 159.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Nongumlong has a population of 7,381 with a density of 153 people per square mile, spread across 48.4 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,381
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
48.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nongumlong vs India Average

The median household income in Nongumlong 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 133 business establishments.

Income: Nongumlong 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)133

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nongumlong 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 2,952 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 Units2,952

Property Tax

Nongumlong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 159.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,148 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above India avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,148 ft (1,569 m)
Area48.4 sq mi (125.3 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates25.5644°N, 91.8312°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 159.0"
318% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 40.00"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

174 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 M6.0 149 km
May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 86 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 144 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 126 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 96 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 77 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 147 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 146 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 78 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 106 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 147 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 145 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 43 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 57 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 133 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 139 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 136 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 94 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 131 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 1 252 km
1997 Unnamed Category 2 204 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 204 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 257 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 1,542 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
March 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
April 65°F (18°C) 9.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 17.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 32.1 in
July 69°F (20°C) 40.0 in Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 23.2 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 18.1 in
October 65°F (18°C) 10.4 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in

Nongumlong has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 159.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (40.0") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Nongumlong

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Eva Spring School of Knowledge — — — —
Saint Vincent's RCLP School — — — —
Valley View Higher Secondary School — — — —
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Museums in Nongumlong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brookside Bunglow Rabindranath Tagore Museum
Butterfly museum
Don Bosco Museum
Ever Living Museum
State Museum

Libraries in Nongumlong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEHU Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Nongumlong

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jail Road Market
Laitumkhrah Bazar

Hotels in Nongumlong

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hillol Resort

Restaurants in Nongumlong

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

famous meatball

Cafes in Nongumlong

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ML 05 Cafe
ML 05 Cafe
Sunset Cafe

Gas Stations in Nongumlong

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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IN #11752744338
IN #11752773939
IN #12450459404

Stadiums & Teams in Nongumlong

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Airports Near Nongumlong

3 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nongumlong

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mawrwling Presbetarian Church
Nongumlong Presbyterian Church
Umlyngka Presbyterian Church

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Nongumlong

What is the population of Nongumlong?

Nongumlong has a population of 7,381 residents and is located in India. The population density is 153 people per square mile, spread across 48.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nongumlong 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 Nongumlong?

Nongumlong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 159.0 inches.

How is the job market in Nongumlong?

The unemployment rate in Nongumlong 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 133 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nongumlong?

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

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