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Qāzigund, India

Jammu and Kashmir · 🇮🇳 India

Qāzigund is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 9,871. Elevation: 5,466 ft (1,666 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
9,871 Population
5,466 ft Elevation 1,666 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
46.3 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

Population9,871
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation5,466 ft (1,666 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population9,871
Elevation5,466 ft (1,666 m)
Coordinates33.6383°, 75.1426°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,176 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.5 inches (34 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Qāzigund a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qāzigund 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. Qāzigund 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

Qāzigund experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Qāzigund has a population of 9,871. 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

9,871
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Qāzigund vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qāzigund vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qāzigund 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: Qāzigund 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 Qāzigund, 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: Qāzigund 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

Qāzigund experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.5 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 5,466 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall13.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation5,466 ft (1,666 m)
Coordinates33.6383°N, 75.1426°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 5.7 in
March 42°F (5°C) 7.1 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 6.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
July 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in Driest
December 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in

Qāzigund has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 30°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and November the driest (1.4").

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 Qāzigund

What is the population of Qāzigund?

Qāzigund has a population of 9,871 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 Qāzigund expensive to live in?

Qāzigund 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 Qāzigund?

Qāzigund has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Qāzigund?

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

How are the schools in Qāzigund?

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

How healthy is Qāzigund?

The obesity rate in Qāzigund 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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