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Thākurgaon, Bangladesh

Rangpur Division · 🇧🇩 Bangladesh

Thākurgaon is a mid-size city in Rangpur Division, Bangladesh with a population of 71,096. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
71,096 Population
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
86.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dhaka Timezone
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.3%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
5% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

People

Population71,096
Median Age27.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,551
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.9%

Health

Obesity5.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.4%
Depression3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI170 (Unhealthy)
Rain86.1 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband44.5%
Population71,096
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates26.0310°, 88.4699°
TimezoneAsia/Dhaka
Country🇧🇩 Bangladesh
State / ProvinceRangpur Division
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation86.1 inches (2,187 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age27.9 years

Is Thākurgaon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thākurgaon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Thākurgaon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Thākurgaon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170.

Thākurgaon has a population of 71,096. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 54.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

71,096
Total Population
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Thākurgaon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Thākurgaon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thākurgaon is N/A. Per capita income is $2,551 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Thākurgaon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
5% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Thākurgaon, 5.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 0.0% report binge drinking. 66.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.3%
83% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity66.1%
Depression3.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.0%

Food & Exercise

Thākurgaon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 13% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall86.1 inches
127% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median170.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %12.6%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates26.0310°N, 88.4699°W
TimezoneAsia/Dhaka

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 2.2 in
May 83°F (28°C) 7.8 in
June 84°F (29°C) 17.4 in
July 84°F (29°C) 20.2 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 16.5 in Warmest
September 83°F (28°C) 15.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 4.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Thākurgaon has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 63°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 86.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.2") and December the driest (0.1").

23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 44.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Thākurgaon

What is the population of Thākurgaon?

Thākurgaon has a population of 71,096 residents and is located in Bangladesh.. The median age of residents is 27.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Thākurgaon expensive to live in?

Thākurgaon is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Thākurgaon?

Thākurgaon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 170.

How is the job market in Thākurgaon?

Thākurgaon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Thākurgaon?

23.7% of adults in Thākurgaon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Thākurgaon?

The obesity rate in Thākurgaon is 5.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 66.1% are physically inactive. 3.9% of residents report depression.

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