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Altanbulag, Mongolia

Selenge Province · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Altanbulag is a small town in Selenge Province, Mongolia with a population of 500. Elevation: 2,290 ft (698 m). Average temperature: 32°F (-0°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
500 Population
2,290 ft Elevation 698 meters
32°F Avg Temperature -0°C
12.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ulaanbaatar 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

Population500
Median Age28.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp32°F (-0°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation2,290 ft (698 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population500
Elevation2,290 ft (698 m)
Coordinates50.3156°, 106.4986°
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceSelenge Province
Average Temperature32°F (-0°C)
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation12.6 inches (320 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.3 inches (3 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Altanbulag a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altanbulag 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. Altanbulag 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

Altanbulag has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Altanbulag has a population of 500. 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

500
Total Population
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Altanbulag vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Altanbulag vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altanbulag 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: Altanbulag 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 Altanbulag, 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: Altanbulag 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

Altanbulag has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 77°F. The area gets 313 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 12.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 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 2,290 feet.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average31.5°F
42% below US avg
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation2,290 ft (698 m)
Coordinates50.3156°N, 106.4986°W
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -10°F (-23°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February -2°F (-19°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.2 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.4 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
October 33°F (0°C) 0.5 in
November 13°F (-11°C) 0.2 in
December -4°F (-20°C) 0.2 in

Altanbulag has a seasonal temperature swing of 77°F — from -10°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Altanbulag

What is the population of Altanbulag?

Altanbulag has a population of 500 residents and is located in Mongolia.. 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 Altanbulag expensive to live in?

Altanbulag 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 Altanbulag?

Altanbulag has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average -10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Altanbulag?

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

How are the schools in Altanbulag?

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

How healthy is Altanbulag?

The obesity rate in Altanbulag 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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