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Ordos, China

Inner Mongolia · 🇨🇳 China

Ordos is a major city in Inner Mongolia, China with a population of 1,940,653. Elevation: 7,051 ft (2,149 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,940,653 Population
7,051 ft Elevation 2,149 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population1,940,653
Median Age39.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation7,051 ft (2,149 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population1,940,653
Elevation7,051 ft (2,149 m)
Coordinates39.6086°, 109.7816°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceInner Mongolia
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (358 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Ordos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ordos receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ordos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ordos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Ordos has a population of 1,940,653. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,940,653
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ordos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ordos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ordos is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ordos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ordos, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ordos vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Ordos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. 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 14.1 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 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7,051 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation7,051 ft (2,149 m)
Coordinates39.6086°N, 109.7816°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.2 in
March 33°F (0°C) 0.4 in
April 47°F (9°C) 0.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.2 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 0.2 in

Ordos has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 13°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (0.2").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ordos

What is the population of Ordos?

Ordos has a population of 1,940,653 residents and is located in China.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Ordos expensive to live in?

Ordos is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ordos?

Ordos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Ordos?

Ordos has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ordos?

34.6% of adults in Ordos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ordos?

The obesity rate in Ordos is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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