Tamil Nadu
Chennai
Gateway to South India
71/100
Good46.8 L
Population
6m
Elevation
29°C
Avg Temp
Medium
Cost Index
426 km²
Area
Metro
City Type
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City Score Breakdown
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Education84
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Healthcare84
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Safety66
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Cost of Living77
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Air Quality62
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Transport84
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Lifestyle80
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Economy83
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Weather64
Overall Score
71
Good
Best For
MetroCoastalCultural
Population
46.8 L
estimate
Area
426 km²
Elevation
6m
above sea level
City Type
Metro
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Air Quality Index
Unhealthy (Sensitive)
Unhealthy (Sensitive)
Chennai has unhealthy air for sensitive groups. Consider air purifiers indoors.
AQI Score
121
Category
Unhealthy
Risk
Medium
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Climate & Rainfall
Avg Temp
29°C
Hottest
31°C
Coolest
27°C
Annual Rain
1400mm
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City Details
State / UTTamil Nadu
Coordinates13.0827°N, 80.2707°E
Elevation6 metres above sea level
City ClassificationMetro
Estimated Population46.8 L
Urban Area426 km²
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Relocation Summary
Air Quality
Unhealthy (Sensitive)⚠ Moderate
Cost of Living
Medium~ Moderate
Climate
29°C avg~ Warm
Connectivity
Well connected✓ Good
Safety
Average~ Average