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Sāgar, India

Karnataka · India

Sāgar is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 54,550. Elevation: 1,942 ft (592 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
54,550 Population 7,149/sq mi density
1,942 ft Elevation 592 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
122.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population54,550
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density7,149/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units21,820
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain122.4 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)
Population54,550
Population Density7,149 / sq mi
Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)
Coordinates14.1650°, 75.0290°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation122.4 inches (3,109 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Sāgar

Sāgar is a mid-size city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 54,550. The city sits at an elevation of 1,942 feet (592 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sāgar has a population of 54,550 with a density of 7,149 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

54,550
Total Population
7,149
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sāgar vs India Average

The median household income in Sāgar is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 982 business establishments.

Income: Sāgar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)982

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sāgar is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 21,820 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units21,820

Property Tax

Climate in Sāgar

Sāgar has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (22.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 3523 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 14.7° / 30.2° 22.1
Feb 24°C / 75°F 15.1° / 34.3° 3.1
Mar 26.5°C / 80°F 17.4° / 36.7° 3.3
Apr 28.3°C / 83°F 21.4° / 38.2° 30.5
May 27.3°C / 81°F 22.1° / 36.9° 193.1
Jun 25.1°C / 77°F 21° / 31.9° 575.2
Jul 24°C / 75°F 21.2° / 28.4° 1,169.8
Aug 24°C / 75°F 21.1° / 28.7° 697.9
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 20.6° / 28.9° 473.7
Oct 24.2°C / 75°F 18.8° / 29.6° 266.3
Nov 23.7°C / 75°F 16.9° / 29.1° 66.0
Dec 22.9°C / 73°F 15.5° / 29.1° 22.1
Sāgar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 122.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,942 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.8 km²)
Population Density7,149/sq mi
Coordinates14.1650°N, 75.0290°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 122.4"
222% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 49.88"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 3 221 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.1 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in
June 75°F (24°C) 21.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 49.9 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 28.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Sāgar has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 122.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (49.9") and January the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Sāgar

Institution Type Founded Website
Lal Bahadur College College - ,

Schools in Sāgar

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Josephs Higher Primary School - - - -
Sanjay Memorial Polytechnic - - - -
Government Junior College - - - -
Hongirana School of Excellence - - - -
H. Shivalingappa High School - - - -
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Museums in Sāgar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Keladi Museum and Historical Research Bureau

Farmers Markets in Sāgar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hosanagar Santhe Market
RMC/APMC Yard

Restaurants in Sāgar

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pravasi Hotel
Pravasi Hotel

Clinics in Sāgar

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yelamali Nursing Home

Train Stations in Sāgar

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sagar Jambagaru

Bus Stations in Sāgar

4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Government Bus Station
Jog Road Stand
Private Bus Stand
Sagara Government Bus Station

Gas Stations in Sāgar

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #331594007
IN #331594008
IN #331594009
IN #331594010
Shri Sadguru Auto Gas

Airports Near Sāgar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rashtrakavi Kuvempu AirportRQYMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sāgar

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aghoreshvara Temple
Dattatreya Temple
Ganapathi Temple
Ganapati Temple
Guru Raghavendra Mutt
Guru Raghavendra Mutt
Gururagavendra Mutt
Jumma Masjid
Jumma Masjid
Marikamba Temple
Marikamba Temple
Rameshwara Devalaya
Shaneshawara Temple
Sri Beereshwara Temple
St. Josephs Church
Varadahalli Sridharashrama

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 Sāgar

What is the population of Sāgar?

Sāgar has a population of 54,550 residents and is located in India. The population density is 7,149 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sāgar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sāgar?

Sāgar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 122.4 inches.

How is the job market in Sāgar?

Sāgar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 982 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sāgar?

The median home value in Sāgar is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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