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Erdenet, Mongolia

Orhon · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Erdenet is a mid-size city in Orhon, Mongolia with a population of 97,814. Elevation: 4,288 ft (1,307 m). Average temperature: 29°F (-2°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
97,814 Population 1,218/sq mi density
4,288 ft Elevation 1,307 meters
29°F Avg Temperature -2°C
14.3 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

Population97,814
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density1,218/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 Temp29°F (-2°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation4,288 ft (1,307 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population97,814
Population Density1,218 / sq mi
Elevation4,288 ft (1,307 m)
Coordinates49.0333°, 104.0833°
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceOrhon
Average Temperature29°F (-2°C)
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (364 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Erdenet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erdenet 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. Erdenet 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

Erdenet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Erdenet has a population of 97,814 with a density of 1,218 people per square mile, spread across 80.3 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

97,814
Total Population
1,218
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
80.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Erdenet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Erdenet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erdenet 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: Erdenet 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 Erdenet, 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: Erdenet 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

Erdenet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 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 4,288 feet.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average28.5°F
47% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation4,288 ft (1,307 m)
Area80.3 sq mi (208.0 km²)
Population Density1,218/sq mi
Coordinates49.0333°N, 104.0833°W
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -6°F (-21°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February -1°F (-18°C) 0.1 in
March 14°F (-10°C) 0.3 in
April 33°F (0°C) 0.6 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in
October 29°F (-2°C) 0.4 in
November 11°F (-12°C) 0.3 in
December -1°F (-18°C) 0.1 in

Erdenet has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F — from -6°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") 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 Density1,218/sq mi
Total Area80.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Erdenet

What is the population of Erdenet?

Erdenet has a population of 97,814 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 1,218 people per square mile, spread across 80.3 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 Erdenet expensive to live in?

Erdenet 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 Erdenet?

Erdenet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average -6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Erdenet?

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

How are the schools in Erdenet?

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

How healthy is Erdenet?

The obesity rate in Erdenet 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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