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Altai, Mongolia

Govi-Altai Province · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Altai is a small city in Govi-Altai Province, Mongolia with a population of 17,617. Elevation: 7,073 ft (2,156 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
17,617 Population 21/sq mi density
7,073 ft Elevation 2,156 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
6.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hovd Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.1%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
45% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population17,617
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,839
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity24.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.5%
Depression34.5%

Climate

Avg Temp30°F (-1°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation7,073 ft (2,156 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population17,617
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation7,073 ft (2,156 m)
Coordinates46.3722°, 96.2583°
TimezoneAsia/Hovd
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceGovi-Altai Province
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation6.2 inches (157 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Altai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altai receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Altai has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Altai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Altai has a population of 17,617 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 834.4 square miles. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,617
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
834.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Altai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Altai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altai is N/A. Per capita income is $5,839 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Altai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
45% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Altai, 24.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. 42.8% have high blood pressure. 27.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.7% report binge drinking. 78.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 34.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Altai vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.1%
25% below US avg
Diabetes11.7%
High Blood Pressure42.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.5%
96% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.7%
Physical Inactivity78.8%
Depression34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Altai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 325 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 6.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 9% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7,073 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average29.8°F
45% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.2 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation7,073 ft (2,156 m)
Area834.4 sq mi (2,161.0 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates46.3722°N, 96.2583°W
TimezoneAsia/Hovd

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.1 in
March 15°F (-9°C) 0.2 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 0.4 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
July 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.4 in
September 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in
October 30°F (-1°C) 0.3 in
November 14°F (-10°C) 0.1 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 0.1 in

Altai has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 0°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.6") and January the driest (0.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area834.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Altai

What is the population of Altai?

Altai has a population of 17,617 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 834.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Altai expensive to live in?

Altai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Altai?

Altai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.2 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Altai?

The unemployment rate in Altai is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Altai?

15.0% of adults in Altai hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Altai?

The obesity rate in Altai is 24.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 27.5% of adults are smokers. 78.8% are physically inactive. 34.5% of residents report depression.

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