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Ulan Bator

City in Töv, Mongolia

Overview

Ulan Bator, Mongolia's capital, blends rapid modernization with centuries-old traditions, set against the dramatic backdrop of surrounding mountains. The city pulses with commerce, culture, and the legacy of nomadic heritage, making it an intriguing gateway to Central Asia.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Mongolia
Province
Töv
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Choibalsan
Coordinates
47.89°, 106.74°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$922
Local Cost
$490
Local Income
$480
Cashless
50
English
30
Temperature
-1.4°C
Summer Avg
15.6°C
Winter Avg
-19.3°C
Record High
35.5°C
Record Low
-39.8°C
Humidity
68%
Precipitation
276 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
ULN
Distance
6 km

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Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 68/100.

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