Mongolia

Mongolia Quick Facts…

Official NameMongolia
Common NameMongolia – /mɑŋˈɡoʊ.li.ə/
NationalityMongolian(s) – noun, Mongolian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1921 (from China)
Administrative Divisions21 provinces and 1 municipality
Total Population3.3 million (#134) with 69.1% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasUlaanbaatar (capital city)
Major LanguagesMongolian (official) 90%, Turkic, Russian
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access84% of total population
CurrencyTogrog/Tugriks (MNT)
Real GDP (PPP)$41.0 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$12,100 (#131) – 2022 estimate
Total Area1,564,116 sq km / 603,909 sq mi (#20) with 0.7% water area
Geographic RegionAsia – Eastern Asia
Bordering CountriesChina, Russia
Bordering Water BodiesNone

National Anthem: “Mongol ulsyn toriin duulal” (National Anthem of Mongolia)