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Phek, India

Manipur · India

Phek is a small city in Manipur, India with a population of 15,118. Elevation: 5,564 ft (1,696 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
15,118 Population 119/sq mi density
5,564 ft Elevation 1,696 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
75.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 8.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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About Phek

Phek, is a town located in the south-eastern part of the Indian state of Nagaland. It is the administrative seat of Phek District.

People

Population15,118
Median Age25.5 yrs
Density119/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty17.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units6,047
Rent Burden28.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain75.5 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation5,564 ft (1,696 m)
Population15,118
Population Density119 / sq mi
Elevation5,564 ft (1,696 m)
Coordinates25.6667°, 94.5000°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceManipur
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation75.5 inches (1,918 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.5 years

About Phek

Phek is a small city in India (Manipur) with a population of 15,118. The city sits at an elevation of 5,564 feet (1,696 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Phek has a population of 15,118 with a density of 119 people per square mile, spread across 127.5 square miles. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,118
Total Population
119
People / sq mi
25.5yrs
Median Age
34% below India avg
127.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Phek vs India Average

The median household income in Phek is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 272 business establishments.

Income: Phek vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above India avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above India avg
Establishments (County)272

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Phek is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,047 total housing units in the city. 28.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,047

Property Tax

Climate in Phek

Phek has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (23°C), the coldest is Jan (11.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1465 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.1°C / 52°F 2.4° / 20.7° 12.0
Feb 12.5°C / 55°F 3.5° / 22.8° 25.8
Mar 16.4°C / 61°F 6.6° / 27.6° 44.4
Apr 19.5°C / 67°F 11.4° / 30.1° 82.8
May 21.2°C / 70°F 13.6° / 31.6° 183.8
Jun 22.7°C / 73°F 16.4° / 31.5° 248.9
Jul 23°C / 73°F 17.7° / 31.2° 274.9
Aug 22.7°C / 73°F 17.4° / 31.1° 231.8
Sep 22.2°C / 72°F 16.7° / 30.8° 189.9
Oct 20°C / 68°F 13.1° / 30° 134.0
Nov 15.9°C / 61°F 8.2° / 24.5° 22.3
Dec 12.4°C / 54°F 4.4° / 21.2° 14.7
Phek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,564 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above India avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,564 ft (1,696 m)
Area127.5 sq mi (330.3 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates25.6667°N, 94.5000°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.5"
99% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.71"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

353 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 11, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 129 km
May 6, 1995 109 km SE of Phek, India M6.4 110 km
Jan 9, 1990 120 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.3 126 km
Feb 4, 2011 62 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.2 118 km
Aug 8, 1994 115 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.1 127 km
Sep 3, 2009 67 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.9 149 km
Jan 9, 2013 66 km SE of Phek, India M5.8 67 km
Jan 7, 2018 86 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.6 111 km
Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 21 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 118 km
Dec 29, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.6 149 km
May 2, 1998 115 km SE of Phek, India M5.5 115 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 119 km
Mar 5, 2025 64 km E of Wāngjing, India M5.4 126 km
Aug 30, 2009 74 km SE of Phek, India M5.3 74 km
Jan 23, 1991 119 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.3 127 km
Apr 10, 2001 99 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.3 128 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 146 km
May 9, 1995 77 km ESE of Phek, India M5.2 78 km
Jan 10, 1990 63 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.2 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 2 27 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 297 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
March 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 6.8 in
June 71°F (21°C) 13.7 in
July 71°F (21°C) 15.7 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 15.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 10.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 5.7 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in Driest

Phek has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 51°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 75.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.7") and December the driest (0.4").

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Clinics in Phek

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vese Clinic

Airports Near Phek

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dimapur AirportDMUMedium Airport

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 Phek

What is the population of Phek?

Phek has a population of 15,118 residents and is located in India. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 127.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Phek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Phek?

Phek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.5 inches.

How is the job market in Phek?

The job market in Phek faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 272 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Phek?

The median home value in Phek is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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