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Cities/Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar

Mongolia

Mongolia's rugged capital, a gateway to vast, untouched steppes and nomadic culture. A city of contrasts between Soviet blocks and traditional ger districts.

Population: 1.5M
Avg Income: $ 10K/yr
Avg. Temp: -1°C
Area: 4,704 km²
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13
Very Affordable

#239 of 250

74% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 506

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 204

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 43

per month

Restaurants

$ 128

per month

Transportation

$ 38

per month

Utilities

$ 32

per month

Entertainment

$ 43

per month

Healthcare

$ 5

per month

Clothing

$ 12

per month