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Bayanhongor, Mongolia

Bayanhongor · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Bayanhongor is a mid-size city in Bayanhongor, Mongolia with a population of 30,931. Elevation: 6,145 ft (1,873 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-1°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
30,931 Population 1,252/sq mi density
6,145 ft Elevation 1,873 meters
31°F Avg Temperature -1°C
9.2 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

Population30,931
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density1,252/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 Temp31°F (-1°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation6,145 ft (1,873 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population30,931
Population Density1,252 / sq mi
Elevation6,145 ft (1,873 m)
Coordinates46.1944°, 100.7181°
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceBayanhongor
Average Temperature31°F (-1°C)
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation9.2 inches (233 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.4 inches (4 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Bayanhongor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bayanhongor 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. Bayanhongor 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

Bayanhongor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Bayanhongor has a population of 30,931 with a density of 1,252 people per square mile, spread across 24.7 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

30,931
Total Population
1,252
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
24.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bayanhongor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bayanhongor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bayanhongor 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: Bayanhongor 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 Bayanhongor, 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: Bayanhongor 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

Bayanhongor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 319 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 9.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.4 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 6,145 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average30.5°F
44% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.2 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation6,145 ft (1,873 m)
Area24.7 sq mi (64.0 km²)
Population Density1,252/sq mi
Coordinates46.1944°N, 100.7181°W
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 3°F (-16°C) 0.1 in
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.2 in
April 33°F (1°C) 0.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
September 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in
October 31°F (-0°C) 0.4 in
November 13°F (-11°C) 0.1 in
December 2°F (-17°C) 0.1 in

Bayanhongor has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F — from -1°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and January 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

Population Density1,252/sq mi
Total Area24.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bayanhongor

What is the population of Bayanhongor?

Bayanhongor has a population of 30,931 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 1,252 people per square mile, spread across 24.7 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 Bayanhongor expensive to live in?

Bayanhongor 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 Bayanhongor?

Bayanhongor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.2 inches, with 1.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Bayanhongor?

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

How are the schools in Bayanhongor?

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

How healthy is Bayanhongor?

The obesity rate in Bayanhongor 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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