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Rāy, India

Jharkhand · India

Rāy is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 6,977. Elevation: 1,414 ft (431 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
6,977 Population 98/sq mi density
1,414 ft Elevation 431 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
48.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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People

Population6,977
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density98/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units2,791
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)
Population6,977
Population Density98 / sq mi
Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)
Coordinates23.6843°, 85.0546°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation48.5 inches (1,231 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Rāy

Rāy is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 6,977. The city sits at an elevation of 1,414 feet (431 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Rāy has a population of 6,977 with a density of 98 people per square mile, spread across 71.4 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,977
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
71.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rāy vs India Average

The median household income in Rāy is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 126 business establishments.

Income: Rāy vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)126

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rāy is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,791 total housing units in the city. 30.8% 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$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,791

Property Tax

Rāy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,414 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)
Area71.4 sq mi (184.8 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates23.6843°N, 85.0546°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"
28% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.76"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 148 km
Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.5 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 87°F (30°C) 6.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 12.8 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 12.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Rāy has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 62°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Rāy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CUJ Central Library0.0
CUJ Central Library0.0
CUJ Central Library0.0

Train Stations in Rāy

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Phulbasia
Ray
Shivpur

Stadiums & Teams in Rāy

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Rāy

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birsa Munda AirportIXRMedium 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 Rāy

What is the population of Rāy?

Rāy has a population of 6,977 residents and is located in India. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 71.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rāy expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 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 Rāy?

Rāy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches.

How is the job market in Rāy?

The unemployment rate in Rāy is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 126 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rāy?

The median home value in Rāy is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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