What is the current average price of Onion in Tamil-nadu?

The average wholesale price of Onion in Tamil-nadu is currently ₹3,120 per quintal (₹31.20/kg). Prices vary depending on quality and location.

Where is the lowest price for Onion available?

Currently, the lowest recorded price for Onion is ₹2,000 per quintal in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) Mandi. Rates depend on local supply and crop quality.

Where is the most expensive Onion being sold?

The highest market rate for Onion is recorded at ₹6,200 per quintal in Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) Mandi.

How many markets are reporting Onion prices today?

We have received active price updates from 89 Mandis in Tamil-nadu today. The list includes both major trading hubs and local markets.

What factors influence Onion prices?

Key factors include daily arrivals (supply), seasonal demand, rainfall conditions in Tamil-nadu, and transportation costs. Festival seasons also typically see a rise in demand and prices.

Is it a good time to buy Onion?

If prices are trending below the average of ₹3,120, it might be a good time to buy. However, checking the 7-day trend in your local mandi is recommended before making bulk purchases.

How differs the retail price from the Mandi rate?

The Mandi rate is the wholesale auction price. Retail prices in shops are usually 20-30% higher to cover sorting, cleaning, transport, and retailer margins.

Which districts in Tamil-nadu have the best Onion rates?

Refer to the "District-wise Price Summary" table above to compare rates. Typically, districts with higher production volumes offer more competitive wholesale rates.

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Onion Mandi Prices Today in Tamil Nadu

Detailed market rates and daily fluctuations.

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Market

State Market Insights

Updated: 1 February 2026

In Tamil-nadu, the average wholesale price for Onion is currently ₹3,120/quintal.

District-wise analysis shows that Coimbatore offers the most competitive rates (Avg: ₹2,669), whereas Kanyakumari has higher average prices around ₹3,763.

Trading is active across 89 Mandis in the state, with prices ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹6,200.

Retail Price Estimate

Estimated Retail Price (per kg)

₹36 - ₹39/ kg

Estimated for Tamil-nadu based on state-wide wholesale averages.

State Wholesale Rate:₹31.20 / kg

Onion Prices in Tamil-nadu Districts

Compare Onion rates across districts of Tamil-nadu.

District	Markets	Min Price	Max Price	Avg Price
Coimbatore	9	₹2,000	₹4,500	₹2,669
Tiruppur	4	₹2,000	₹3,500	₹2,680
Tirupathur	2	₹2,500	₹3,000	₹2,750
Dharmapuri	5	₹2,000	₹3,500	₹2,931
Tirunelveli	3	₹2,000	₹3,500	₹2,934
Tiruvannamalai	6	₹2,500	₹4,000	₹2,948
Krishnagiri	5	₹2,500	₹4,000	₹2,971
Vellore	5	₹2,600	₹3,500	₹3,061
Tiruvallur	5	₹3,000	₹3,800	₹3,082
Theni	7	₹2,500	₹3,600	₹3,267
Viluppuram	2	₹2,500	₹4,000	₹3,284
Virudhunagar	8	₹2,500	₹4,000	₹3,306
Salem	11	₹2,500	₹4,000	₹3,311
Tiruchirappalli	5	₹2,500	₹4,000	₹3,319
Erode	5	₹3,000	₹3,800	₹3,346
Namakkal	1	₹3,000	₹4,000	₹3,563
Thiruvarur	5	₹2,000	₹6,200	₹3,587
Kanyakumari	1	₹3,500	₹4,000	₹3,763

Onion Prices List in Tamil Nadu

Recent market rates and arrivals.

Commodity	Market	District / State	Min (/quintal)	Max (/quintal)	Modal (/quintal)	Date
OnionBellary	Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	₹2400	₹2800	₹2600	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	₹2400	₹2800	₹2600	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	₹2500	₹3000	₹2750	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	₹2000	₹2300	₹2150	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	₹2400	₹2800	₹2600	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	₹2000	₹2400	₹2200	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu	₹2800	₹3000	₹2900	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu	₹2700	₹3000	₹2850	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu	₹3300	₹3500	₹3400	2026-02-01
OnionBellary	Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai )	Erode, Tamil Nadu	₹3500	₹3800	₹3650	2026-02-01