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Shillong, India

Meghalaya · 🇮🇳 India

Shillong is a large city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 143,229. Elevation: 4,944 ft (1,507 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
143,229 Population 5,764/sq mi density
4,944 ft Elevation 1,507 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
140.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population143,229
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density5,764/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain140.3 in/yr
Sunny Days177/yr
Elevation4,944 ft (1,507 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population143,229
Population Density5,764 / sq mi
Elevation4,944 ft (1,507 m)
Coordinates25.5689°, 91.8831°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation140.3 inches (3,564 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Shillong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shillong receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Shillong offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shillong enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 177 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 140.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Shillong has a population of 143,229 with a density of 5,764 people per square mile, spread across 24.9 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

143,229
Total Population
5,764
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
24.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Shillong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shillong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shillong is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shillong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shillong, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Shillong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 177 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 140.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,944 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days177 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall140.3 inches
269% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation4,944 ft (1,507 m)
Area24.9 sq mi (64.4 km²)
Population Density5,764/sq mi
Coordinates25.5689°N, 91.8831°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
March 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
April 66°F (19°C) 7.7 in
May 67°F (20°C) 16.0 in
June 69°F (21°C) 31.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 32.7 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 20.0 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 15.8 in
October 65°F (19°C) 10.0 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Driest

Shillong has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 51°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 140.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (32.7") and December the driest (0.5").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,764/sq mi
Total Area24.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shillong

What is the population of Shillong?

Shillong has a population of 143,229 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,764 people per square mile, spread across 24.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Shillong expensive to live in?

Shillong is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shillong?

Shillong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 177 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 140.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Shillong?

Shillong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shillong?

34.4% of adults in Shillong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shillong?

The obesity rate in Shillong is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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