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Mörön, Mongolia

Khövsgöl Province · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Mörön is a mid-size city in Khövsgöl Province, Mongolia with a population of 39,404. Elevation: 4,199 ft (1,280 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
39,404 Population
4,199 ft Elevation 1,280 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
9.0 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

Population39,404
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 Temp30°F (-1°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation4,199 ft (1,280 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population39,404
Elevation4,199 ft (1,280 m)
Coordinates49.6342°, 100.1625°
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceKhövsgöl Province
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average-8°F (-22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation9.0 inches (229 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.7 inches (2 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Mörön a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mörön 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. Mörön 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

Mörön has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Mörön has a population of 39,404. 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

39,404
Total Population
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mörön vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mörön vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mörön 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: Mörön 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 Mörön, 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: Mörön 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

Mörön has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 69°F. The area gets 320 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 9.0 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 4,199 feet.

Temperature

-8°F Jan (-22°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average29.6°F
45% below US avg
January Average-8°F (-22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.0 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation4,199 ft (1,280 m)
Coordinates49.6342°N, 100.1625°W
TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -8°F (-22°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 0°F (-18°C) 0.0 in
March 17°F (-8°C) 0.0 in
April 35°F (1°C) 0.2 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
September 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
October 31°F (-1°C) 0.2 in
November 12°F (-11°C) 0.1 in
December -2°F (-19°C) 0.1 in

Mörön has a seasonal temperature swing of 69°F — from -8°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.0 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 Mörön

What is the population of Mörön?

Mörön has a population of 39,404 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 Mörön expensive to live in?

Mörön 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 Mörön?

Mörön has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Mörön?

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

How are the schools in Mörön?

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

How healthy is Mörön?

The obesity rate in Mörön 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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