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Pahalgam, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Pahalgam is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 9,264. Elevation: 7,070 ft (2,155 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
9,264 Population 15/sq mi density
7,070 ft Elevation 2,155 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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About Pahalgam

Pahalgam

Pahalgam or Pahalgom is a town in Anantnag district of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located on the banks of Lidder River at an altitude of 2,200 m (7,200 ft) in the Vale of Kashmir. Pahalgam is the headquarters of the Pahalgam tehsil, one of the eleven tehsils in Anantnag district.

People

Population9,264
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units3,706
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation7,070 ft (2,155 m)
Population9,264
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation7,070 ft (2,155 m)
Coordinates34.0159°, 75.3190°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.0 inches (48 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Pahalgam

Pahalgam is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 9,264. The city sits at an elevation of 7,070 feet (2,155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pahalgam has a population of 9,264 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 614.7 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,264
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
614.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pahalgam vs India Average

The median household income in Pahalgam is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 167 business establishments.

Income: Pahalgam vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)167

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pahalgam is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,706 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,706

Property Tax

Pahalgam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.5 inches. The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 7,070 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below India avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,070 ft (2,155 m)
Area614.7 sq mi (1,592.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates34.0159°N, 75.3190°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below India avg
Snowfall 19.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.65"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

May 1, 2013 16 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.7 118 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 132 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 113 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 84 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 99 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 114 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 140 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 98 km
Jan 12, 2020 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.1 135 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 83 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 86 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 84 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 101 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 129 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 144 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 101 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 92 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 81 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 103 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 3.7 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 34°F (1°C) 4.4 in
May 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
June 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 42°F (5°C) 1.4 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Driest
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.8 in

Pahalgam has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 13°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and November the driest (0.9").

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Libraries in Pahalgam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alif Academy0.0

Hotels in Pahalgam

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pahalgam Club & Convention Centre
Raj Palace 800rupee

Restaurants in Pahalgam

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paradise restaurant hotel
Punjabi Rasoi

Stadiums & Teams in Pahalgam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pahalgam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Awantipura Air Force Station-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pahalgam

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eid Gaah veersiran عید گاہ ویرسرن
Mammal Temple
Markazi Jamia Masjid Veersiran
Masjid tawheed

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Waterfalls
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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 Pahalgam

What is the population of Pahalgam?

Pahalgam has a population of 9,264 residents and is located in India. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 614.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pahalgam expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Pahalgam?

Pahalgam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 19.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pahalgam?

The job market in Pahalgam faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 167 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pahalgam?

The median home value in Pahalgam is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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