Bachelor's+ 22.0%

35% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 18.4%

43% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

33% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

People

Population1,977,011

Median Age31.0 yrs

Density7,508/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$12,879

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity18.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking17.9%

Depression15.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain20.4 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation2,569 ft (783 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+99.7%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband92.9%

Population	1,977,011
Population Density	7,508 / sq mi
Elevation	2,569 ft (783 m)
Coordinates	43.2525°, 76.9115°
Timezone	Asia/Almaty
Country	🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / Province	Almaty
Average Temperature	48°F (9°C)
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation	20.4 inches (517 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.0 inches (18 cm)
Median Age	31.0 years

Is Almaty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Almaty receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Almaty has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Almaty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Almaty has a population of 1,977,011 with a density of 7,508 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,977,011

Total Population

7,508

People / sq mi

31.0yrs

Median Age

20% below US avg

263.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Almaty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Almaty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Almaty is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Almaty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$12,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	33% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	34.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Almaty, 18.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% are current smokers. 15.2% report depression.

Health Metrics: Almaty vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	18.4%
	43% below US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
High Blood Pressure	41.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.9%
	28% above US avg
Binge Drinking	5.4%
Depression	15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.0%

Food & Exercise

Almaty has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.4 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.4°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	20.4 inches
	46% below US avg
Snowfall	7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.2%

Geography

Elevation	2,569 ft (783 m)
Area	263.3 sq mi (682.0 km²)
Population Density	7,508/sq mi
Coordinates	43.2525°N, 76.9115°W
Timezone	Asia/Almaty

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.0%
	35% below US avg
High School+	99.7%

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	7,508/sq mi
Total Area	263.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Almaty, Kazakhstan

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Is Almaty a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Almaty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Almaty vs U.S. Average

Income: Almaty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Almaty vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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