Choibalsan, Mongolia — City Data & Statistics

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

Population44,835

Median Age28.3 yrs

Density413/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 Temp34°F (1°C)

AQI179 (Unhealthy)

Rain9.2 in/yr

Sunny Days319/yr

Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband83.0%

Population	44,835
Population Density	413 / sq mi
Elevation	2,431 ft (741 m)
Coordinates	48.0726°, 114.5326°
Timezone	Asia/Ulaanbaatar
Country	🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / Province	East Aimak
Average Temperature	34°F (1°C)
January Average	-5°F (-20°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation	9.2 inches (234 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.6 inches (1 cm)
Median Age	28.3 years

Is Choibalsan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Choibalsan 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. Choibalsan 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

Choibalsan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 69°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.

Choibalsan has a population of 44,835 with a density of 413 people per square mile, spread across 108.5 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

44,835

Total Population

413

People / sq mi

28.3yrs

Median Age

27% below US avg

108.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Choibalsan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Choibalsan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Choibalsan 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: Choibalsan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$5,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.2%
	45% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	35.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Choibalsan, 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: Choibalsan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.1%
	25% below US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
High Blood Pressure	42.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	27.5%
	96% above US avg
Binge Drinking	7.7%
Physical Inactivity	78.8%
Depression	34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	70.0%

Food & Exercise

Choibalsan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 74°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). 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 2,431 feet.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-20°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	34.1°F
	37% below US avg
January Average	-5°F (-20°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	9.2 inches
	76% below US avg
Snowfall	0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	179.0
Rating	Unhealthy
Good Days %	9.3%

Geography

Elevation	2,431 ft (741 m)
Area	108.5 sq mi (281.0 km²)
Population Density	413/sq mi
Coordinates	48.0726°N, 114.5326°W
Timezone	Asia/Ulaanbaatar

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-5°F (-20°C)	0.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	2°F (-17°C)	0.0 in
March	18°F (-8°C)	0.1 in
April	38°F (3°C)	0.2 in
May	53°F (12°C)	0.6 in
June	65°F (18°C)	1.5 in
July	69°F (21°C)	2.9 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	65°F (18°C)	2.3 in
September	52°F (11°C)	1.2 in
October	35°F (2°C)	0.3 in
November	15°F (-10°C)	0.1 in
December	1°F (-17°C)	0.1 in

Choibalsan has a seasonal temperature swing of 74°F — from -5°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") 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 Density	413/sq mi
Total Area	108.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Choibalsan

What is the population of Choibalsan?

Choibalsan has a population of 44,835 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 413 people per square mile, spread across 108.5 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 Choibalsan expensive to live in?

Choibalsan 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 Choibalsan?

Choibalsan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Choibalsan?

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

How are the schools in Choibalsan?

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

How healthy is Choibalsan?

The obesity rate in Choibalsan 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.