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Riāsi, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Riāsi is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 8,101. Elevation: 1,709 ft (521 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
8,101 Population 15/sq mi density
1,709 ft Elevation 521 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
50.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population8,101
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units3,240
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation1,709 ft (521 m)
Population8,101
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation1,709 ft (521 m)
Coordinates33.0812°, 74.8324°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation50.8 inches (1,290 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Riāsi

Riāsi is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 8,101. The city sits at an elevation of 1,709 feet (521 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Riāsi has a population of 8,101 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 537.5 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,101
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
537.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Riāsi vs India Average

The median household income in Riāsi is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 146 business establishments.

Income: Riāsi vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)146

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Riāsi is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,240 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,240

Property Tax

Riāsi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,709 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above India avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,709 ft (521 m)
Area537.5 sq mi (1,392.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates33.0812°N, 74.8324°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.8"
34% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 14.29"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

181 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

May 1, 2013 16 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.7 96 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 97 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 86 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 101 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 107 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 100 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 142 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 131 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 75 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 105 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 89 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 74 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 132 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 131 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 102 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 88 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 126 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 115 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 87 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
March 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 1.5 in
June 85°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 11.1 in
August 80°F (26°C) 14.3 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in Driest
December 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in

Riāsi has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 49°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.3") and November the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Riāsi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ambaran Buddhist Site Museum

Dentists in Riāsi

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Chahat Multispeciality Dental & Implant Centre

Stadiums & Teams in Riāsi

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Airports Near Riāsi

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sialkot International AirportSKTLarge Airport
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force Station-Medium Airport
Poonch Airport-Small Airport
Rajouri AirportRJISmall Airport
Sialkot Cantonment Airport-Small 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 Riāsi

What is the population of Riāsi?

Riāsi has a population of 8,101 residents and is located in India. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 537.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Riāsi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Riāsi?

Riāsi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches.

How is the job market in Riāsi?

The job market in Riāsi faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 146 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Riāsi?

The median home value in Riāsi is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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