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Thottiyam, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Thottiyam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 14,909. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
14,909 Population 1,208/sq mi density
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population14,909
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density1,208/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population14,909
Population Density1,208 / sq mi
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates10.9900°, 78.3341°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (744 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Thottiyam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thottiyam receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Thottiyam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Thottiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Thottiyam has a population of 14,909 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,909
Total Population
1,208
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Thottiyam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Thottiyam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thottiyam is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Thottiyam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Thottiyam, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Thottiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.5°F
55% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (32.0 km²)
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Coordinates10.9900°N, 78.3341°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.6 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 85°F (30°C) 0.4 in
April 89°F (31°C) 1.8 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 1.0 in
July 86°F (30°C) 2.1 in
August 85°F (29°C) 2.9 in
September 84°F (29°C) 3.7 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 4.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Thottiyam has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.4").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,208/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Thottiyam

What is the population of Thottiyam?

Thottiyam has a population of 14,909 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,208 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Thottiyam expensive to live in?

Thottiyam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Thottiyam?

Thottiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Thottiyam?

Thottiyam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Thottiyam?

34.4% of adults in Thottiyam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Thottiyam?

The obesity rate in Thottiyam is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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