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Rājbirāj, Nepal

Madhesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Rājbirāj is a mid-size city in Madhesh, Nepal with a population of 69,803. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
69,803 Population 3,250/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population69,803
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density3,250/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population69,803
Population Density3,250 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates26.5397°, 86.7480°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceMadhesh
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,352 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Rājbirāj a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rājbirāj receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rājbirāj has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rājbirāj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Rājbirāj has a population of 69,803 with a density of 3,250 people per square mile, spread across 21.5 square miles. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

69,803
Total Population
3,250
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
21.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rājbirāj vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rājbirāj vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rājbirāj is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rājbirāj vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rājbirāj, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Rājbirāj vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Rājbirāj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area21.5 sq mi (55.6 km²)
Population Density3,250/sq mi
Coordinates26.5397°N, 86.7480°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,250/sq mi
Total Area21.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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