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Sonpet, India

Maharashtra · India

Sonpet is a small city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 15,765. Elevation: 1,332 ft (406 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
15,765 Population 85/sq mi density
1,332 ft Elevation 406 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
32.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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People

Population15,765
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density85/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units6,306
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Population15,765
Population Density85 / sq mi
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Coordinates19.0259°, 76.4739°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation32.6 inches (828 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Sonpet

Sonpet is a small city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 15,765. The city sits at an elevation of 1,332 feet (406 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sonpet has a population of 15,765 with a density of 85 people per square mile, spread across 186.3 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,765
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
186.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sonpet vs India Average

The median household income in Sonpet is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 284 business establishments.

Income: Sonpet vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)284

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sonpet is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,306 total housing units in the city. 27.9% 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$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,306

Property Tax

Climate in Sonpet

Sonpet has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (33.4°C), the coldest is Dec (20.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 874 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 9.9° / 33.1° 2.2
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 12° / 36.8° 1.4
Mar 28.9°C / 84°F 16.5° / 40.4° 7.5
Apr 32.7°C / 91°F 20.8° / 42.7° 17.2
May 33.4°C / 92°F 22.9° / 43.5° 20.4
Jun 29.5°C / 85°F 22.2° / 40.5° 149.3
Jul 26.3°C / 79°F 21.6° / 34.1° 225.4
Aug 26°C / 79°F 21.3° / 32.7° 105.8
Sep 25.5°C / 78°F 20.4° / 32.4° 221.6
Oct 24.1°C / 75°F 15.5° / 31° 105.6
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 11.8° / 30.2° 13.3
Dec 20.9°C / 70°F 9.7° / 31° 3.9
Sonpet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,332 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Area186.3 sq mi (482.6 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates19.0259°N, 76.4739°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.6"
14% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 10, 2024.

Sep 29, 1993 20 km SSW of Ausa, India M6.2 107 km
Sep 29, 1993 18 km SSW of Ausa, India M5.0 104 km
Oct 8, 1993 17 km NE of Naldurg, India M4.7 122 km
Sep 30, 1993 17 km S of Ausa, India M4.6 104 km
Nov 12, 1993 14 km SSE of Ausa, India M4.6 101 km
Mar 21, 2024 20 km NNE of Basmat, India M4.6 97 km
Sep 30, 1993 11 km WNW of Nilanga, India M4.5 98 km
Jun 19, 2000 24 km NW of Umarga, India M4.4 113 km
Oct 18, 1992 12 km ESE of Nilanga, India M4.4 114 km
Jul 10, 2024 18 km NE of Basmat, India M4.4 97 km
Dec 14, 1995 13 km SSE of Ausa, India M4.3 100 km
Nov 10, 1996 17 km SE of Latur, India M4.1 84 km
Sep 19, 2011 11 km NW of Umarga, India M4.0 123 km
Nov 2, 1992 7 km ESE of Ausa, India M3.9 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nisarga (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nisarga Category 1 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.2 in
May 93°F (34°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 5.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Sonpet has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 70°F in December to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Sonpet

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Murod Kond AirportLTUMedium Airport
Osmanabad 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 Sonpet

What is the population of Sonpet?

Sonpet has a population of 15,765 residents and is located in India. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 186.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sonpet expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 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 Sonpet?

Sonpet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches.

How is the job market in Sonpet?

Sonpet has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 284 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sonpet?

The median home value in Sonpet is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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