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Padam, India

Ladakh · 🇮🇳 India

Padam is a small city in Ladakh, India with a population of 25,000. Elevation: 11,680 ft (3,560 m). Average temperature: 28°F (-2°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
25,000 Population
11,680 ft Elevation 3,560 meters
28°F Avg Temperature -2°C
9.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population25,000
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F (-2°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation11,680 ft (3,560 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population25,000
Elevation11,680 ft (3,560 m)
Coordinates33.4666°, 76.8849°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceLadakh
Average Temperature28°F (-2°C)
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation9.7 inches (247 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Padam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Padam receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Padam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Padam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Padam has a population of 25,000. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,000
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Padam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Padam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Padam is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Padam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Padam, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Padam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 11,680 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average27.7°F
49% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.7 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation11,680 ft (3,560 m)
Coordinates33.4666°N, 76.8849°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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