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Ziro, India

Arunachal Pradesh · India

Ziro is a small city in Arunachal Pradesh, India with a population of 13,893. Elevation: 5,180 ft (1,579 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
13,893 Population 49/sq mi density
5,180 ft Elevation 1,579 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
61.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,900 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,900 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,893
Median Age23.0 yrs
Density49/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,900
Per Capita$2,050
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty24.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units5,557
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain61.3 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Population13,893
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Coordinates27.5950°, 93.8385°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceArunachal Pradesh
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation61.3 inches (1,557 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,900
Median Age23.0 years

About Ziro

Ziro is a small city in India (Arunachal Pradesh) with a population of 13,893. The city sits at an elevation of 5,180 feet (1,579 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Ziro has a population of 13,893 with a density of 49 people per square mile, spread across 282.4 square miles. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,893
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
23.0yrs
Median Age
41% below India avg
282.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ziro vs India Average

The median household income in Ziro is $1,900, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $39, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 250 business establishments.

Income: Ziro vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,900
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,050
Avg Weekly Wage$39

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above India avg
Establishments (County)250

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ziro is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,557 total housing units in the city. 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,557

Property Tax

Climate in Ziro

Ziro has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.6°C), the coldest is Jan (10.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2744 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.1°C / 50°F 2.7° / 18.8° 16.3
Feb 11.5°C / 53°F 4.1° / 20.7° 42.9
Mar 15.3°C / 60°F 6.8° / 24.5° 68.0
Apr 18.3°C / 65°F 10.9° / 27.9° 221.9
May 20.5°C / 69°F 13.8° / 28.6° 331.9
Jun 22.6°C / 73°F 16.9° / 28.8° 586.5
Jul 23.4°C / 74°F 19.2° / 29.7° 571.4
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 19.1° / 30° 381.1
Sep 22.5°C / 73°F 17.6° / 29.3° 298.9
Oct 19.4°C / 67°F 12° / 27.2° 208.5
Nov 14.9°C / 59°F 7.6° / 23.5° 8.5
Dec 11.5°C / 53°F 4.4° / 19.8° 8.4
Ziro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,180 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above India avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Area282.4 sq mi (731.4 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates27.5950°N, 93.8385°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.3"
61% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 12.52"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

88 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 8, 2025.

Apr 23, 2019 22 km SE of Shi Yomi, India M5.9 115 km
Jul 19, 2019 64 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.5 100 km
Feb 17, 1995 41 km N of Bomdila, India M5.5 145 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 133 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 125 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 139 km
Jan 25, 2000 48 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.2 119 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 129 km
Dec 2, 1998 34 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.0 143 km
Sep 26, 1998 67 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.0 103 km
Mar 26, 2021 47 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 115 km
Jan 2, 2000 33 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 132 km
Jul 19, 2019 64 km NE of Bomdila, India M4.9 103 km
Aug 29, 1990 33 km ESE of Bomdila, India M4.8 116 km
Apr 16, 2015 11 km ESE of Rang?p?ra, India M4.8 138 km
Jun 2, 1997 86 km NE of Tawang, India M4.8 129 km
Jul 17, 2005 32 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M4.8 139 km
Nov 6, 2013 30 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M4.8 140 km
Nov 17, 2009 Arunachal Pradesh, India M4.7 100 km
Sep 20, 1993 79 km NE of Bomdila, India M4.7 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
March 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 6.7 in
June 67°F (19°C) 10.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 11.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 12.5 in Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 8.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 0.8 in
December 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Driest

Ziro has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.5") and December the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Ziro

Institution Type Founded Website
Saint Claret College, Salalya College - ,

Schools in Ziro

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Secondary School, Lempia - - - -
Ziro Valley School - - - -
Himalayan Heritage School - - - -
Laji Byoga School - - - -
Government Middle School, Hari - - - -
Government Middle School, Duta - - - -
Government Higher Secondary School, Hija - - - -
Government Secondary School, Hapoli - - - -
Bumer Memorial School - - - -
Frontier School - - - -
Government Higher Secondary School, Ziro - - - -
Vivekananda kendra Vidhyalaya - - - -
Hilltop school - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ziro

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ziro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
District Museum

Hotels in Ziro

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HOTEL BLUE PINE
Nehabo Home Stay

Restaurants in Ziro

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apatani Kitchen
Local paratha restaurant

Bus Stations in Ziro

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sululya Bus Station

Banks in Ziro

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India
State Bank of India (SBI)

Stadiums & Teams in Ziro

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ziro

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Itanagar Donyi Polo Hollongi AirportHGIMedium Airport
Lilabari North Lakhimpur AirportIXIMedium Airport
Ziro AirportZERMedium Airport
Daporijo AirportDEPSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ziro

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
India Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ziro

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Town Baptist Church
Town Church

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 Ziro

What is the population of Ziro?

Ziro has a population of 13,893 residents and is located in India. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 282.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ziro expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,900, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ziro?

Ziro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.3 inches.

How is the job market in Ziro?

The unemployment rate in Ziro is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $39. There are 250 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ziro?

The median home value in Ziro is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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