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Tumkūr, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Tumkūr is a large city in Karnataka, India with a population of 307,359. Elevation: 2,697 ft (822 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
307,359 Population 16,384/sq mi density
2,697 ft Elevation 822 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
26.7 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

Population307,359
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density16,384/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 Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation2,697 ft (822 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population307,359
Population Density16,384 / sq mi
Elevation2,697 ft (822 m)
Coordinates13.3414°, 77.1022°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (679 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Tumkūr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tumkūr 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. Tumkūr 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

Tumkūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Tumkūr has a population of 307,359 with a density of 16,384 people per square mile, spread across 18.8 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

307,359
Total Population
16,384
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
18.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tumkūr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tumkūr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tumkūr 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: Tumkūr 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 Tumkūr, 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: Tumkūr 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

Tumkūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.7 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 2,697 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation2,697 ft (822 m)
Area18.8 sq mi (48.6 km²)
Population Density16,384/sq mi
Coordinates13.3414°N, 77.1022°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 2.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Tumkūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 70°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (0.0").

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 Density16,384/sq mi
Total Area18.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tumkūr

What is the population of Tumkūr?

Tumkūr has a population of 307,359 residents and is located in India. The population density is 16,384 people per square mile, spread across 18.8 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 Tumkūr expensive to live in?

Tumkūr 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 Tumkūr?

Tumkūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Tumkūr?

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

How are the schools in Tumkūr?

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

How healthy is Tumkūr?

The obesity rate in Tumkūr 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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