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Kharkhorin, Mongolia

Övörhangay · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Kharkhorin is a small city in Övörhangay, Mongolia with a population of 8,977. Elevation: 4,843 ft (1,476 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-1°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
8,977 Population
4,843 ft Elevation 1,476 meters
31°F Avg Temperature -1°C
10.6 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

Population8,977
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 Temp31°F (-1°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation4,843 ft (1,476 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population8,977
Elevation4,843 ft (1,476 m)
Coordinates47.1925°, 102.8135°
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceÖvörhangay
Average Temperature31°F (-1°C)
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation10.6 inches (269 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Kharkhorin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kharkhorin 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. Kharkhorin 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

Kharkhorin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Kharkhorin has a population of 8,977. 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

8,977
Total Population
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kharkhorin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kharkhorin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kharkhorin 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: Kharkhorin 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 Kharkhorin, 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: Kharkhorin 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

Kharkhorin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 317 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 10.6 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 4,843 feet.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average30.7°F
43% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation4,843 ft (1,476 m)
Coordinates47.1925°N, 102.8135°W
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 4°F (-16°C) 0.1 in
March 18°F (-8°C) 0.1 in
April 35°F (1°C) 0.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.0 in
October 32°F (-0°C) 0.3 in
November 14°F (-10°C) 0.1 in
December 2°F (-17°C) 0.1 in

Kharkhorin has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F — from -2°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kharkhorin

What is the population of Kharkhorin?

Kharkhorin has a population of 8,977 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 Kharkhorin expensive to live in?

Kharkhorin 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 Kharkhorin?

Kharkhorin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 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 Kharkhorin?

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

How are the schools in Kharkhorin?

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

How healthy is Kharkhorin?

The obesity rate in Kharkhorin 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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