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Periya Semūr, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Periya Semūr is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 55,282. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
55,282 Population
597 ft Elevation 182 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
29.1 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

Population55,282
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 Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population55,282
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates11.3609°, 77.6895°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (738 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Periya Semūr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Periya Semūr 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. Periya Semūr 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

Periya Semūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Periya Semūr has a population of 55,282. 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

55,282
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Periya Semūr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Periya Semūr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Periya Semūr 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: Periya Semūr 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 Periya Semūr, 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: Periya Semūr 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

Periya Semūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.1 inches (drier 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 597 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.6°F
53% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates11.3609°N, 77.6895°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.9 in Warmest
May 88°F (31°C) 3.5 in
June 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
August 83°F (28°C) 3.3 in
September 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Periya Semūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 77°F in December to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.4").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Periya Semūr

What is the population of Periya Semūr?

Periya Semūr has a population of 55,282 residents and is located in India.. 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 Periya Semūr expensive to live in?

Periya Semūr 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 Periya Semūr?

Periya Semūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Periya Semūr?

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

How are the schools in Periya Semūr?

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

How healthy is Periya Semūr?

The obesity rate in Periya Semūr 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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