Ulaanbaatar

🇲🇳Mongolia•East Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living44

Safety63

Healthcare53

Career Opportunities45

Climate37

Transport66

Air Quality47

Family Friendliness53.33

Education50

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Ulaanbaatar a good place to live?

Ulaanbaatar scores 51/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 44/100), moderately safe (safety: 63/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 53/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Ulaanbaatar?

Ulaanbaatar has a cost of living score of 44/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Ulaanbaatar?

Ulaanbaatar has a transport score of 66/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Ulaanbaatar?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Ulaanbaatar are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Ulaanbaatar safe for expats?

Ulaanbaatar has a safety score of 63/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 47/100.

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