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Soolakkarai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Soolakkarai is a small town in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 4,990. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,990 Population 12/sq mi density
302 ft Elevation 92 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 29°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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People

Population4,990
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density12/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units1,996
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (29°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Population4,990
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates9.5360°, 77.9506°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature85°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Soolakkarai

Soolakkarai is a small town in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 4,990. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Soolakkarai has a population of 4,990 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 414.7 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,990
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
414.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Soolakkarai vs India Average

The median household income in Soolakkarai is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 90 business establishments.

Income: Soolakkarai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Soolakkarai is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,996 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,996

Property Tax

Soolakkarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 87°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 32.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average84.6°F
57% above India avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area414.7 sq mi (1,074.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates9.5360°N, 77.9506°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 165 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 254 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 186 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 264 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 1.1 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in
April 88°F (31°C) 2.8 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in
July 87°F (31°C) 1.3 in
August 86°F (30°C) 2.3 in
September 86°F (30°C) 3.0 in
October 83°F (29°C) 7.5 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in Coldest

Soolakkarai has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Soolakkarai

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
KVS Matriculation School
KVS English Medium School
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Radio Stations near Soolakkarai

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Recite Truth MP3
arumbu-fm MP3

Libraries in Soolakkarai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Common library aruppukottai0.0
Government Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Soolakkarai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market
Uzhavar santhai (aruppukottai )

Clinics in Soolakkarai

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pavalam Clinic
Velmurugan Homeo Clinic

Dentists in Soolakkarai

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Joseph Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Soolakkarai

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HP
IN #4381036694
Indian Oil

Stadiums & Teams in Soolakkarai

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Soolakkarai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall 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 Soolakkarai

What is the population of Soolakkarai?

Soolakkarai has a population of 4,990 residents and is located in India. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 414.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Soolakkarai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Soolakkarai?

Soolakkarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.

How is the job market in Soolakkarai?

Soolakkarai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 90 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Soolakkarai?

The median home value in Soolakkarai is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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