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Tosontsengel, Mongolia

Dzabkhan · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Tosontsengel is a small city in Dzabkhan, Mongolia with a population of 9,526. Elevation: 5,633 ft (1,717 m). Average temperature: 21°F (-6°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
9,526 Population
5,633 ft Elevation 1,717 meters
21°F Avg Temperature -6°C
9.1 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

Population9,526
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 Temp21°F (-6°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation5,633 ft (1,717 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population9,526
Elevation5,633 ft (1,717 m)
Coordinates48.7567°, 98.2839°
TimezoneAsia/Hovd
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceDzabkhan
Average Temperature21°F (-6°C)
January Average-22°F (-30°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation9.1 inches (232 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.5 inches (4 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Tosontsengel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tosontsengel 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. Tosontsengel 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

Tosontsengel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 21°F. Winters average -22°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Tosontsengel has a population of 9,526. 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

9,526
Total Population
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tosontsengel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tosontsengel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tosontsengel 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: Tosontsengel 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 Tosontsengel, 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: Tosontsengel 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

Tosontsengel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 21°F (-6°C). Winters average -22°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 78°F. The area gets 319 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 9.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.5 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 5,633 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

-22°F Jan (-30°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average21.0°F
61% below US avg
January Average-22°F (-30°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.1 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation5,633 ft (1,717 m)
Coordinates48.7567°N, 98.2839°W
TimezoneAsia/Hovd

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -22°F (-30°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February -16°F (-26°C) 0.1 in
March 2°F (-17°C) 0.2 in
April 28°F (-2°C) 0.4 in
May 44°F (6°C) 0.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
July 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
September 42°F (5°C) 0.9 in
October 26°F (-4°C) 0.4 in
November 1°F (-17°C) 0.3 in
December -15°F (-26°C) 0.2 in

Tosontsengel has a seasonal temperature swing of 78°F — from -22°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tosontsengel

What is the population of Tosontsengel?

Tosontsengel has a population of 9,526 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 Tosontsengel expensive to live in?

Tosontsengel 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 Tosontsengel?

Tosontsengel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 21°F (-6°C). Winter temperatures average -22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.1 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Tosontsengel?

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

How are the schools in Tosontsengel?

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

How healthy is Tosontsengel?

The obesity rate in Tosontsengel 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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