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Umsning, India

Meghalaya · India

Umsning is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 8,198. Elevation: 2,644 ft (806 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
8,198 Population 13/sq mi density
2,644 ft Elevation 806 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
155.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,600 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

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About Umsning

Umsning

Umsning is one of the 60 Legislative Assembly constituencies of Meghalaya state in India. It is part of Ri Bhoi district and is reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribes. The constituency was established after the passing of the Delimitation of Parliamentary and Assembly constituencies order, 2008. It had its first election in 2013.

People

Population8,198
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units3,279
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain155.5 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Population8,198
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Coordinates25.7365°, 91.8880°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation155.5 inches (3,950 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Umsning

Umsning is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 8,198. The city sits at an elevation of 2,644 feet (806 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 155.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Umsning has a population of 8,198 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 637.6 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,198
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
637.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Umsning vs India Average

The median household income in Umsning is $1,600, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $29, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 148 business establishments.

Income: Umsning vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,600
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,500
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above India avg
Establishments (County)148

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Umsning is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $32 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,279 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$32
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,279

Property Tax

Umsning enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 155.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,644 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above India avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Area637.6 sq mi (1,651.3 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates25.7365°N, 91.8880°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 155.5"
309% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 39.09"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

179 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 101 km
Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 129 km
Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 132 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 111 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 77 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 92 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 128 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 128 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 58 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 123 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 120 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 108 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 147 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 112 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 129 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 135 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 69 km
Dec 29, 1990 13 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 120 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 129 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Sidr (2007).

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 1 272 km
1997 Unnamed Category 2 214 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 221 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 266 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
March 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
April 70°F (21°C) 8.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 15.8 in
June 75°F (24°C) 34.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 39.1 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 25.6 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 17.2 in
October 71°F (22°C) 8.4 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in Driest

Umsning has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 155.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (39.1") and December the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Umsning

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nehru Memorial Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Umsning

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Gupshup Radio - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Umsning

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brookside Bunglow Rabindranath Tagore Museum
Butterfly museum
Don Bosco Museum
Ever Living Museum
State Museum

Libraries in Umsning

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEHU Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Umsning

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jail Road Market
Laitumkhrah Bazar

Clinics in Umsning

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elyon Eye Care

Gas Stations in Umsning

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Stadiums & Teams in Umsning

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Umsning

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International AirportGAULarge Airport
Shillong AirportSHLMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Umsning

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lum Sohpet Bneng

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 Umsning

What is the population of Umsning?

Umsning has a population of 8,198 residents and is located in India. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 637.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Umsning expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,600, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $32 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Umsning?

Umsning enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 155.5 inches.

How is the job market in Umsning?

The unemployment rate in Umsning is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $29. There are 148 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Umsning?

The median home value in Umsning is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $32.

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