Altai Population 2026
Altai has a population of 17,617, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇲🇳 Mongolia, located in Govi-Altai Province. Roughly 0.5% of Mongolia's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Ulan Bator, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,617
Rank in Mongolia
#20
Coordinates
46.37°N, 96.26°E
~2,156 m elevation · Asia/Hovd
Distance to capital (Ulan Bator)
821 km
510 miles, straight line
Cities near Altai
- Uliastay16,265 people · ~159 km away
- Bayanhongor30,931 people · ~343 km away
- Khovd29,800 people · ~393 km away
- Tsetserleg21,620 people · ~413 km away
- Mörön39,404 people · ~465 km away
- Bogd27,924 people · ~498 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Altai?
Altai has a population of 17,617 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Mongolia.
What region is Altai in?
Altai is located in Govi-Altai Province, Mongolia.
Is Altai the capital of Mongolia?
No, the capital of Mongolia is Ulan Bator, about 821 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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