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Sundarnagar, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Sundarnagar is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 25,338. Elevation: 2,900 ft (884 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
25,338 Population 5,323/sq mi density
2,900 ft Elevation 884 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
62.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population25,338
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density5,323/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,850
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$18,000
Rent$35
Housing Units10,135
Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain62.4 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation2,900 ft (884 m)
Population25,338
Population Density5,323 / sq mi
Elevation2,900 ft (884 m)
Coordinates31.5352°, 76.9050°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation62.4 inches (1,584 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age31.0 years

About Sundarnagar

Sundarnagar is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 25,338. The city sits at an elevation of 2,900 feet (884 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sundarnagar has a population of 25,338 with a density of 5,323 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

25,338
Total Population
5,323
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below India avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sundarnagar vs India Average

The median household income in Sundarnagar is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $55, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 456 business establishments.

Income: Sundarnagar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,850
Avg Weekly Wage$55

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above India avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below India avg
Establishments (County)456

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sundarnagar is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 10,135 total housing units in the city. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units10,135

Property Tax

Climate in Sundarnagar

Sundarnagar has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jun (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1374 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.4°C / 47°F 0.5° / 18.7° 78.1
Feb 10.7°C / 51°F 0.3° / 22.1° 69.6
Mar 15.3°C / 60°F 5° / 26.9° 81.0
Apr 20.3°C / 69°F 9.8° / 31.6° 73.7
May 24.2°C / 76°F 13.2° / 36.1° 79.5
Jun 26.8°C / 80°F 17° / 36.2° 104.9
Jul 25°C / 77°F 19.8° / 33.2° 355.2
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 19.6° / 28.4° 327.6
Sep 22.4°C / 72°F 17.1° / 27.6° 138.5
Oct 18.9°C / 66°F 12° / 26.8° 22.7
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 6.8° / 23.8° 20.8
Dec 10.5°C / 51°F 2° / 20.8° 22.6
Sundarnagar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,900 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above India avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,900 ft (884 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density5,323/sq mi
Coordinates31.5352°N, 76.9050°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.4"
64% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 18.54"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jul 22, 2007 Uttaranchal, India M5.1 146 km
Feb 9, 2012 20 km NNE of Barkot, India M5.1 144 km
May 28, 2010 10 km SE of Rohru, India M5.0 99 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 130 km
Oct 8, 2012 71 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.9 149 km
Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 53 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 99 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 143 km
Oct 2, 2012 38 km WSW of Kyelang, India M4.8 107 km
Jul 4, 2005 25 km NE of Chamba, India M4.8 144 km
Oct 14, 2001 5 km W of Chamba, India M4.8 139 km
Apr 14, 2005 21 km E of Chamba, India M4.8 126 km
Feb 28, 2005 37 km W of Kyelang, India M4.8 114 km
Dec 13, 1990 11 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.7 51 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 9 km
Jul 17, 2009 33 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.6 133 km
Jun 23, 1991 26 km NE of P?lampur, India M4.6 88 km
Oct 2, 2012 26 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.6 103 km
May 13, 2022 20 km NNE of Chamba, India M4.6 146 km
Aug 27, 2016 8 km ENE of R?mpur, India M4.6 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 KANGRA, INDIA Earthquake 19,000 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
March 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
May 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.2 in Warmest
July 78°F (25°C) 18.5 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 14.8 in
September 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
October 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in Driest
December 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in

Sundarnagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 62.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.5") and November the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Sundarnagar

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Anand Marg Public School
Government Middle School, Sundernagar
Government Senior Secondary School, Sundernagar
Trinity Public School
Swami Vivekanand School
BSL Senior Secondary School
Model School (BSL), Sundernagar
DAV Public School, Sundernagar
Government Senior Secondary Girls School
St. Mary's School
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Radio Stations near Sundarnagar

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Sundarnagar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Book Nook0.0
Padmasambhava Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sundarnagar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rewalsar Bazaar

Hotels in Sundarnagar

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chinar Hotel
Hotel B4U
Hotel Humsafar
Hotel Raja

Restaurants in Sundarnagar

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aashiana
Luxmi Dhaba
Sartaj Bhojanalaya
The Ashiyana Bar and Restaurant

Theatres in Sundarnagar

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Link Theatre

Veterinaries in Sundarnagar

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HP State Government Veterinary Hospital
HP State Veterinary Clinic

Bus Stations in Sundarnagar

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BBMB Colony Bus Station
Sundernagar Bus Station

Gas Stations in Sundarnagar

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #5153532035
IN #5153566128
IN #5153578527
IN #5763478830
IN #5763479504
IN #5768019940
IN #5768020502
IN #583541989
Indian Oil Corporation Limited

Banks in Sundarnagar

10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Baroda
HP State Cooperative Bank
HP State Cooperative Bank
HP State Cooperative Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
Oriental Bank of Commerce
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
The Credit Coop Society
Union Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Sundarnagar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sundarnagar

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kangra AirportDHMMedium Airport
Kullu Manali AirportKUUMedium Airport
Pinjore Airfield and Flying ClubSmall Airport
Shimla AirportSLVSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sundarnagar

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Head Post Office, Sundernagar
Sub Post Office, Purana Sundernagar

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sundarnagar

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arya Samaj Mandir, Sundernagar
Jaggannath Swami Mandir
Mahakali Tamrakoot Durga Bhagwati Mandir
Mahishasur Vadhini Mata Temple
Mahunag Mandir
Onkareshwar Mahadev
Peepaleshwar Mahadev
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir
Shakambhari Mata Mandir
Shiv Mandir
Shri Ganesh Mandir
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Sumitra Mahamaya Mandir
Sundernagar Colony Gurudwara
Temple

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 Sundarnagar

What is the population of Sundarnagar?

Sundarnagar has a population of 25,338 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,323 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sundarnagar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% 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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sundarnagar?

Sundarnagar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.4 inches.

How is the job market in Sundarnagar?

The unemployment rate in Sundarnagar is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $55. There are 456 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sundarnagar?

The median home value in Sundarnagar is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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