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Thurayur, India

Kerala · 🇮🇳 India

Thurayur is a small city in Kerala, India with a population of 14,176. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
14,176 Population
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
145.7 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

Population14,176
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain145.7 in/yr
Sunny Days189/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population14,176
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates11.5280°, 75.6709°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKerala
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation145.7 inches (3,700 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Thurayur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thurayur receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Thurayur 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

Thurayur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 189 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 145.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Thurayur has a population of 14,176. 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

14,176
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Thurayur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Thurayur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thurayur 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: Thurayur 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 Thurayur, 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: Thurayur 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

Thurayur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 189 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 145.7 inches (wetter 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 125 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days189 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall145.7 inches
283% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates11.5280°N, 75.6709°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.7 in
April 85°F (30°C) 3.6 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 10.5 in
June 80°F (26°C) 34.5 in
July 78°F (25°C) 45.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 22.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.7 in
November 80°F (27°C) 4.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 1.0 in

Thurayur has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 78°F in July to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 145.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (45.6") and January the driest (0.2").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Thurayur

What is the population of Thurayur?

Thurayur has a population of 14,176 residents and is located in India.. 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 Thurayur expensive to live in?

Thurayur 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 Thurayur?

Thurayur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 145.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Thurayur?

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

How are the schools in Thurayur?

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

How healthy is Thurayur?

The obesity rate in Thurayur 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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