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Uliastay, Mongolia

Dzabkhan · 🇲🇳 Mongolia

Uliastay is a small city in Dzabkhan, Mongolia with a population of 16,265. Elevation: 5,758 ft (1,755 m). Average temperature: 26°F (-3°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
16,265 Population 1,315/sq mi density
5,758 ft Elevation 1,755 meters
26°F Avg Temperature -3°C
8.2 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

Population16,265
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density1,315/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 Temp26°F (-3°C)
AQI179 (Unhealthy)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation5,758 ft (1,755 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Population16,265
Population Density1,315 / sq mi
Elevation5,758 ft (1,755 m)
Coordinates47.7417°, 96.8444°
TimezoneAsia/Hovd
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceDzabkhan
Average Temperature26°F (-3°C)
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation8.2 inches (209 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.3 inches (3 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Uliastay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uliastay 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. Uliastay 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

Uliastay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 179.

Uliastay has a population of 16,265 with a density of 1,315 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 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

16,265
Total Population
1,315
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
12.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Uliastay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Uliastay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uliastay 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: Uliastay 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 Uliastay, 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: Uliastay 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

Uliastay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 321 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 8.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 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 5,758 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

-9°F Jan (-23°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average25.8°F
52% below US avg
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.2 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median179.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %9.3%

Geography

Elevation5,758 ft (1,755 m)
Area12.4 sq mi (32.0 km²)
Population Density1,315/sq mi
Coordinates47.7417°N, 96.8444°W
TimezoneAsia/Hovd

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -9°F (-23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February -3°F (-20°C) 0.0 in
March 10°F (-12°C) 0.2 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 0.4 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
September 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
October 28°F (-2°C) 0.4 in
November 7°F (-14°C) 0.2 in
December -5°F (-20°C) 0.1 in

Uliastay has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F — from -9°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") 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 Density1,315/sq mi
Total Area12.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Uliastay

What is the population of Uliastay?

Uliastay has a population of 16,265 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 1,315 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 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 Uliastay expensive to live in?

Uliastay 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 Uliastay?

Uliastay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average -9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.2 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 179.

How is the job market in Uliastay?

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

How are the schools in Uliastay?

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

How healthy is Uliastay?

The obesity rate in Uliastay 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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