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Aral, Kazakhstan

Qyzylorda · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Aral is a mid-size city in Qyzylorda, Kazakhstan with a population of 33,017. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
33,017 Population
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
6.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Qyzylorda Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population33,017
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain6.3 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.7%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population33,017
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates46.8017°, 61.6631°
TimezoneAsia/Qyzylorda
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceQyzylorda
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation6.3 inches (160 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Aral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aral 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. Aral 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

Aral experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Aral has a population of 33,017. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 8.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

33,017
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Aral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aral is N/A. Per capita income is $12,879 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 34.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Aral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living34.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Aral, 18.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. 41.9% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.4% report binge drinking. 15.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.4%
43% below US avg
Diabetes11.8%
High Blood Pressure41.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.4%
Depression15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Aral experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 69°F. The area gets 325 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 6.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.3 inches
83% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates46.8017°N, 61.6631°W
TimezoneAsia/Qyzylorda

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 0.4 in
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.4 in Coldest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
April 51°F (10°C) 0.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in Wettest
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in

Aral has a seasonal temperature swing of 70°F — from 10°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (0.9") and July the driest (0.3").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. 92.9% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+99.7%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Aral

What is the population of Aral?

Aral has a population of 33,017 residents and is located in Kazakhstan.. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Aral expensive to live in?

Aral is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 34.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Aral?

Aral has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Aral?

Aral has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Aral?

22.0% of adults in Aral hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school.

How healthy is Aral?

The obesity rate in Aral is 18.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 15.2% of residents report depression.

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