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Khovd, Mongolia

Hovd · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Khovd is a small city in Hovd, Mongolia with a population of 29,800. Elevation: 4,577 ft (1,395 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
29,800 Population 1,102/sq mi density
4,577 ft Elevation 1,395 meters
32°F Avg Temperature 0°C
5.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hovd 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

Population29,800
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density1,102/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 Temp32°F (0°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain5.4 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation4,577 ft (1,395 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population29,800
Population Density1,102 / sq mi
Elevation4,577 ft (1,395 m)
Coordinates48.0056°, 91.6419°
TimezoneAsia/Hovd
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceHovd
Average Temperature32°F (0°C)
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation5.4 inches (138 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Khovd a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Khovd 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. Khovd 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

Khovd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Khovd has a population of 29,800 with a density of 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 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

29,800
Total Population
1,102
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
27.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Khovd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Khovd vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Khovd 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: Khovd 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 Khovd, 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: Khovd 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

Khovd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 74°F. The area gets 326 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 5.4 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 4,577 feet.

Temperature

-9°F Jan (-23°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average32.3°F
40% below US avg
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.4 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation4,577 ft (1,395 m)
Area27.0 sq mi (70.0 km²)
Population Density1,102/sq mi
Coordinates48.0056°N, 91.6419°W
TimezoneAsia/Hovd

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -9°F (-23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February -1°F (-18°C) 0.0 in
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in
May 53°F (11°C) 0.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 1.0 in
September 51°F (10°C) 0.5 in
October 35°F (2°C) 0.3 in
November 14°F (-10°C) 0.1 in
December -2°F (-19°C) 0.1 in

Khovd has a seasonal temperature swing of 74°F — from -9°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.5") 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 Density1,102/sq mi
Total Area27.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Khovd

What is the population of Khovd?

Khovd has a population of 29,800 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 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 Khovd expensive to live in?

Khovd 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 Khovd?

Khovd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average -9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Khovd?

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

How are the schools in Khovd?

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

How healthy is Khovd?

The obesity rate in Khovd 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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