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Zira, India

Punjab · India

Zira is a mid-size city in Punjab, India with a population of 37,498. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
37,498 Population 137/sq mi density
702 ft Elevation 214 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 7.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $45/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population37,498
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density137/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,650
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty9.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$20,000
Rent$45
Housing Units14,999
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Population37,498
Population Density137 / sq mi
Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Coordinates30.9685°, 74.9911°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (544 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Zira

Zira is a mid-size city in India (Punjab) with a population of 37,498. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet (214 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Zira has a population of 37,498 with a density of 137 people per square mile, spread across 272.9 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

37,498
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
272.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Zira vs India Average

The median household income in Zira is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $51, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 675 business establishments.

Income: Zira vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,650
Avg Weekly Wage$51

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above India avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below India avg
Establishments (County)675

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Zira is $20,000, 93% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $45 (96% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,999 total housing units in the city. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,000
93% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$45
96% below India avg
Rent Burden26.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,999

Property Tax

Climate in Zira

Zira has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Jun (36°C), the coldest is Jan (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 826 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.6°C / 53°F 2° / 22.4° 41.4
Feb 15.8°C / 60°F 3.7° / 28.2° 21.9
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 8.9° / 36.3° 38.1
Apr 28.1°C / 83°F 14.6° / 41.5° 19.4
May 33.3°C / 92°F 20.2° / 47° 31.0
Jun 36°C / 97°F 24.6° / 46.5° 65.3
Jul 33.2°C / 92°F 26.1° / 43.7° 248.5
Aug 30.7°C / 87°F 24.2° / 38.1° 202.2
Sep 29.4°C / 85°F 21.8° / 37.3° 106.5
Oct 25.1°C / 77°F 15.2° / 35.5° 27.9
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 9.2° / 31.5° 14.0
Dec 13.7°C / 57°F 2.6° / 26° 10.0
Zira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above India avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area272.9 sq mi (706.8 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates30.9685°N, 74.9911°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.4"
44% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.65"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 4, 2023.

Oct 3, 2002 Pakistan M4.6 147 km
Jul 17, 2016 7 km ESE of Kahna Nau, Pakistan M4.5 67 km
Mar 14, 2010 4 km ENE of Gagret, India M4.5 132 km
Nov 6, 2013 9 km NE of Gagret, India M4.4 137 km
Aug 29, 2013 1 km NNE of Una, India M4.4 134 km
Mar 20, 2014 2 km NNW of Chak Five Hundred Seventy-five, Pakistan M4.3 130 km
Jul 17, 2012 7 km ESE of Jaranwala, Pakistan M4.2 148 km
Jan 4, 2023 1 km SSW of Shekhupura, Pakistan M4.2 126 km
Jan 27, 2002 11 km NNW of Khem Karan, India M4.2 55 km
Feb 15, 2005 3 km ESE of Fatehgarh Ch?ri?n, India M4.2 98 km
Nov 30, 1995 7 km ENE of Shekhupura, Pakistan M4.1 122 km
Aug 16, 2003 14 km NNW of Mustaf?b?d, Pakistan M4.0 148 km
Feb 3, 2002 11 km SSE of Nankana Sahib, Pakistan M3.7 126 km
Apr 9, 2008 27 km WSW of Amritsar, India M3.3 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.4 in
June 92°F (33°C) 1.1 in Warmest
July 88°F (31°C) 6.7 in Wettest
August 86°F (30°C) 5.3 in
September 84°F (29°C) 4.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in

Zira has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 54°F in January to 92°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and November the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Zira

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jevanmal High School - - - -
Sawanmal School - - - -
JNV Firozpur - - - -
Thatha High School - - - -
Govt High School Talwendi Jallekhan - - - -
JNV Firozpur - - - -
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Museums in Zira

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anglo Sikh War Museum

Libraries in Zira

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Zira

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dana Mandi
Dana Mandi Takhtu Wala
Grain Market
Grain Market
Grain Market
Grain market
Grain Market
Grain market
Grain Market
Grain Market
Grain Market
Grain Market
Uggoke Grain Market

Restaurants in Zira

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Hawkers®-Zira

Clinics in Zira

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aggarwal Clinic
Dr. Gora Clinic
Guru Nanak Clinic
Harwinder Clinic

Dentists in Zira

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Gulshan Dental Clinic
Gupta Dental Care and Implant Clinic

Bus Stations in Zira

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #2975376800

Gas Stations in Zira

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil
Reliance

Banks in Zira

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of India

Gyms in Zira

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpha Fitness

Stadiums & Teams in Zira

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Zira

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Allama Iqbal International AirportLHELarge Airport
Halwara International AirportHWRLarge Airport
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International AirportATQLarge Airport
Bhatinda Air Force StationBUPMedium Airport
Beas Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zira

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gurdwara Sri Thatha Sahib
Gurudwara Babe Ke
Singh Sabha Gurudwara Zira

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Zira

What is the population of Zira?

Zira has a population of 37,498 residents and is located in India. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 272.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Zira expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $45 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Zira?

Zira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches.

How is the job market in Zira?

The unemployment rate in Zira is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $51. There are 675 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Zira?

The median home value in Zira is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $45.

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