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Fort-Shevchenko, Kazakhstan

Mangghystaū · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Fort-Shevchenko is a small city in Mangghystaū, Kazakhstan with a population of 5,213. Elevation: -59 ft (-18 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,213 Population 248/sq mi density
-59 ft Elevation -18 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
5.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Aqtau 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

Population5,213
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density248/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain5.0 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation-59 ft (-18 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population5,213
Population Density248 / sq mi
Elevation-59 ft (-18 m)
Coordinates44.5065°, 50.2639°
TimezoneAsia/Aqtau
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceMangghystaū
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation5.0 inches (128 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.9 inches (2 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Fort-Shevchenko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort-Shevchenko 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. Fort-Shevchenko 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

Fort-Shevchenko experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Fort-Shevchenko has a population of 5,213 with a density of 248 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles. 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

5,213
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
21.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort-Shevchenko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fort-Shevchenko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort-Shevchenko 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: Fort-Shevchenko 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 Fort-Shevchenko, 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: Fort-Shevchenko 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

Fort-Shevchenko experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 327 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 5.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 -59 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.0 inches
87% below US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation-59 ft (-18 m)
Area21.0 sq mi (54.5 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates44.5065°N, 50.2639°W
TimezoneAsia/Aqtau

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.3 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 0.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in Wettest
May 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
November 44°F (6°C) 0.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.4 in

Fort-Shevchenko has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 29°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.7") and January the driest (0.2").

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

Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area21.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fort-Shevchenko

What is the population of Fort-Shevchenko?

Fort-Shevchenko has a population of 5,213 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 248 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles. 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 Fort-Shevchenko expensive to live in?

Fort-Shevchenko 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 Fort-Shevchenko?

Fort-Shevchenko has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Fort-Shevchenko?

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

How are the schools in Fort-Shevchenko?

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

How healthy is Fort-Shevchenko?

The obesity rate in Fort-Shevchenko 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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