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Parangipettai, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Parangipettai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 25,541. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
25,541 Population 5,601/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
49.7 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

Population25,541
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density5,601/mi²
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 Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population25,541
Population Density5,601 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates11.4912°, 79.7605°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation49.7 inches (1,263 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Parangipettai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parangipettai 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. Parangipettai 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

Parangipettai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Parangipettai has a population of 25,541 with a density of 5,601 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. 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

25,541
Total Population
5,601
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Parangipettai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Parangipettai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parangipettai 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: Parangipettai 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 Parangipettai, 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: Parangipettai 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

Parangipettai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.2°F
54% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density5,601/sq mi
Coordinates11.4912°N, 79.7605°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
April 87°F (30°C) 0.8 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 1.4 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.6 in
August 86°F (30°C) 5.1 in
September 85°F (30°C) 4.4 in
October 83°F (28°C) 9.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 8.2 in

Parangipettai has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 77°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.9") and February the driest (0.5").

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

Population Density5,601/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Parangipettai

What is the population of Parangipettai?

Parangipettai has a population of 25,541 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,601 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Parangipettai expensive to live in?

Parangipettai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Parangipettai?

Parangipettai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Parangipettai?

Parangipettai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Parangipettai?

34.4% of adults in Parangipettai hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Parangipettai?

The obesity rate in Parangipettai is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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