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Arkalyk, Kazakhstan

Qostanay · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Arkalyk is a mid-size city in Qostanay, Kazakhstan with a population of 42,000. Elevation: 1,089 ft (332 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
42,000 Population
1,089 ft Elevation 332 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
9.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Qostanay 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

Population42,000
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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population42,000
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Coordinates50.2503°, 66.9038°
TimezoneAsia/Qostanay
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceQostanay
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation9.7 inches (245 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Arkalyk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arkalyk 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. Arkalyk 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

Arkalyk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Arkalyk has a population of 42,000. 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

42,000
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Arkalyk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Arkalyk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arkalyk 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: Arkalyk 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 Arkalyk, 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: Arkalyk 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

Arkalyk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 318 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 9.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 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 1,089 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.7 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Coordinates50.2503°N, 66.9038°W
TimezoneAsia/Qostanay

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.8 in
February 4°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
March 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in
October 38°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 0.8 in

Arkalyk has a seasonal temperature swing of 67°F — from 4°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.1") and March the driest (0.5").

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 Arkalyk

What is the population of Arkalyk?

Arkalyk has a population of 42,000 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 Arkalyk expensive to live in?

Arkalyk 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 Arkalyk?

Arkalyk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Arkalyk?

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

How are the schools in Arkalyk?

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

How healthy is Arkalyk?

The obesity rate in Arkalyk 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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