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Vaikam, India

Full City Profile

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
23,234 Population 6,894/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$3,500 median income, 15.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$30,000 home value, $60/mo rent

Vaikam, India

At a Glance

Median Income
$3,500
95% below
$3,200 per capita
Home Value
$30,000
89% below
Median Rent
$60/mo
95% below
26.2% of income on rent
Unemployment
15.0%
317% above
6.0% poverty rate
Avg Temperature
82°F
168 sunny days/yr

Is Vaikam a Good Place to Live?

C
2.0 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Vaikam residents earn a median household income of $3,500 , which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,200. The unemployment rate stands at 15.0% (317% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Vaikam is $30,000 , 89% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $60/month, with 26.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Vaikam has an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 168 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 122.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population23,234
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density6,894/mi²
Foreign Born0.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$3,500
Per Capita$3,200
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty6.0%
Avg Weekly Wage$62

Housing

D
Home Value$30,000
Rent$60
Ownership
Housing Units9,294
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F
Sunny Days168/yr
Rain122.9 in/yr
Elevation46 ft