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Yercaud, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Yercaud is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 11,582. Elevation: 4,639 ft (1,414 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,582 Population 5,705/sq mi density
4,639 ft Elevation 1,414 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
34.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,582
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5,705/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units4,633
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation4,639 ft (1,414 m)
Population11,582
Population Density5,705 / sq mi
Elevation4,639 ft (1,414 m)
Coordinates11.7760°, 78.2093°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation34.3 inches (872 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Yercaud

Yercaud is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 11,582. The city sits at an elevation of 4,639 feet (1,414 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Yercaud has a population of 11,582 with a density of 5,705 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,582
Total Population
5,705
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yercaud vs India Average

The median household income in Yercaud is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 208 business establishments.

Income: Yercaud vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)208

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yercaud is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,633 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,633

Property Tax

Climate in Yercaud

Yercaud has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1051 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.9°C / 73°F 13.9° / 33.1° 11.9
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 15.2° / 36.9° 3.9
Mar 28.5°C / 83°F 17.3° / 39.8° 10.5
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 21.3° / 40.7° 42.3
May 29.2°C / 85°F 21.8° / 39.8° 149.8
Jun 27.3°C / 81°F 21.2° / 35.7° 79.4
Jul 26.3°C / 79°F 20.8° / 34.6° 105.9
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 20.3° / 34.4° 159.3
Sep 25.5°C / 78°F 19.8° / 32.9° 133.5
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 19.1° / 32° 179.3
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 16.8° / 29.8° 115.7
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 14.8° / 30.3° 59.2
Yercaud has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 34.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,639 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,639 ft (1,414 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density5,705/sq mi
Coordinates11.7760°N, 78.2093°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.3"
10% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.56"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 260 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 172 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 235 km
2011 Thane Category 1 184 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 185 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 126 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 261 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 123 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
July 78°F (26°C) 2.8 in
August 78°F (25°C) 3.8 in
September 78°F (25°C) 5.3 in
October 76°F (24°C) 7.6 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
December 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Yercaud has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in December to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.3").

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Museums in Yercaud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Exhibiton Ground

Libraries in Yercaud

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library0.0
Library0.0
M. Thathanur Public Library0.0

Hotels in Yercaud

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golden Nest Resorts
Hotel S.K.T Residency
Hotel Tamilnadu
R inn
The Guru Residency
The Indian Origin Hotels & Resorts

Restaurants in Yercaud

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Altitude Kitchen and Bar
Golden Nest Resorts
Great Trails Yercaud by GRT Hotels
Hotel Saravana Bhavan Elite
Hotel Selvam
Orange Restaurant
The Silver Spoon restaurant

Cafes in Yercaud

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eggetarian

Clinics in Yercaud

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Neelamegam Clinics

Bus Stations in Yercaud

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #381687146
Yercaud Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Yercaud

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Indian Oil Petrol Pump

Banks in Yercaud

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Bank
State Bank of India
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited
Union Bank of India
Union Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Yercaud

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Yercaud

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Yercaud

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Holy Cross Spiritiual Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yercaud

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Amman Temple
Arulmigu Balamurgan Temple - Yercaud
chevarayan temple
Rama Temple
Sheravarayan Koil
srichakra mahameru temple

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 Yercaud

What is the population of Yercaud?

Yercaud has a population of 11,582 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,705 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yercaud expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Yercaud?

Yercaud has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches.

How is the job market in Yercaud?

Yercaud has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 208 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yercaud?

The median home value in Yercaud is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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