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Shillong, India

Full City Profile

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
143,229 Population 5,764/sq mi density
4,944 ft Elevation 1,507 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

Shillong, India

At a Glance

Median Income
$1,600
98% below
$1,500 per capita
Home Value
$11,000
96% below
Median Rent
$32/mo
97% below
29.4% of income on rent
Unemployment
5.5%
53% above
22.0% poverty rate
Avg Temperature
63°F
177 sunny days/yr

Is Shillong a Good Place to Live?

C
2.4 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Shillong residents earn a median household income of $1,600 , which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 108 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Shillong is $11,000 , 96% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $32/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Shillong has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 177 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 140.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population143,229
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density5,764/mi²
Foreign Born2.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Housing

C+
Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Ownership
Housing Units57,292
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
Sunny Days177/yr
Rain140.3 in/yr
Elevation4,944 ft