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Seppa, India

Arunachal Pradesh · India

Seppa is a small city in Arunachal Pradesh, India with a population of 18,350. Elevation: 1,969 ft (600 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
18,350 Population 65/sq mi density
1,969 ft Elevation 600 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
79.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,900 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,900 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Seppa

Seppa is the headquarter of the East Kameng district in the state of Arunachal Pradesh in India. Sepla means 'marshy' land in the local dialect. It lies on the bank of Kameng River with a helipad located in the heart of the town. It is located 160 kilometres (99 mi) from Itanagar and 213 kilometres (132 mi) from Tezpur (Assam) connected by motorable road. The village of Seppa has two out of the sixty Vidhan Sabha Constituencies of Arunachal Pradesh. They are Seppa East and Seppa West.

People

Population18,350
Median Age23.0 yrs
Density65/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,900
Per Capita$2,050
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty24.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units7,340
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain79.8 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Population18,350
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Coordinates27.3617°, 93.0399°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceArunachal Pradesh
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation79.8 inches (2,027 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,900
Median Age23.0 years

About Seppa

Seppa is a small city in India (Arunachal Pradesh) with a population of 18,350. The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet (600 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Seppa has a population of 18,350 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 282.9 square miles. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,350
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
23.0yrs
Median Age
41% below India avg
282.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Seppa vs India Average

The median household income in Seppa is $1,900, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $39, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 330 business establishments.

Income: Seppa vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,900
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,050
Avg Weekly Wage$39

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above India avg
Establishments (County)330

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Seppa is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,340 total housing units in the city. 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,340

Property Tax

Climate in Seppa

Seppa has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.6°C), the coldest is Jan (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2052 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.3°C / 45°F 1.1° / 15.8° 11.4
Feb 8.3°C / 47°F 2.3° / 17.2° 29.8
Mar 12°C / 54°F 4.7° / 20.9° 52.7
Apr 15°C / 59°F 7.7° / 24.3° 157.8
May 17.3°C / 63°F 10.5° / 25.1° 254.3
Jun 19.6°C / 67°F 14.3° / 25.4° 444.4
Jul 20.4°C / 69°F 16.2° / 26.6° 429.4
Aug 20.6°C / 69°F 16° / 27.1° 280.8
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 14.8° / 26.2° 226.1
Oct 16.5°C / 62°F 9.6° / 24.3° 153.0
Nov 12.3°C / 54°F 6.1° / 20.8° 6.8
Dec 8.8°C / 48°F 2.6° / 17° 5.1
Seppa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above India avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Area282.9 sq mi (732.6 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates27.3617°N, 93.0399°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 79.8"
110% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 16.30"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

188 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 87 km
Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 141 km
Jul 19, 2019 64 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.5 45 km
Feb 17, 1995 41 km N of Bomdila, India M5.5 73 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 122 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 133 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 137 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 82 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 107 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 150 km
Jun 9, 1996 87 km NNE of Tawang, India M5.2 135 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 58 km
Jan 25, 2000 48 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.2 52 km
Nov 6, 2001 33 km S of Tawang, India M5.2 111 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 88 km
Dec 29, 1990 13 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 94 km
Sep 26, 1998 67 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.0 51 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 138 km
Mar 26, 2021 47 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 47 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in
March 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
April 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in
May 71°F (22°C) 9.3 in
June 74°F (23°C) 14.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 15.8 in
August 75°F (24°C) 16.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 73°F (23°C) 10.3 in
October 69°F (20°C) 4.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in Driest

Seppa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 53°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 79.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Hotels in Seppa

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tourist Lodge Bana

Airports Near Seppa

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Itanagar Donyi Polo Hollongi AirportHGIMedium Airport
Tezpur AirportTEZMedium 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 Seppa

What is the population of Seppa?

Seppa has a population of 18,350 residents and is located in India. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 282.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Seppa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,900, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Seppa?

Seppa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.8 inches.

How is the job market in Seppa?

The unemployment rate in Seppa is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $39. There are 330 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Seppa?

The median home value in Seppa is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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