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Kara-Kulja, Kyrgyzstan

Osh Region · 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

Kara-Kulja is a small city in Osh Region, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 15,616. Elevation: 4,541 ft (1,384 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
15,616 Population
4,541 ft Elevation 1,384 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
20.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bishkek Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
2% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

People

Population15,616
Median Age28.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,138
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.7%

Health

Obesity26.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.5%
Depression3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation4,541 ft (1,384 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population15,616
Elevation4,541 ft (1,384 m)
Coordinates40.6322°, 73.5925°
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek
Country🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
State / ProvinceOsh Region
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation20.0 inches (508 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Kara-Kulja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kara-Kulja receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kara-Kulja has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kara-Kulja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kara-Kulja has a population of 15,616. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,616
Total Population
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kara-Kulja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kara-Kulja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kara-Kulja is N/A. Per capita income is $2,138 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 30.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kara-Kulja vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
2% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kara-Kulja, 26.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. 40.9% have high blood pressure. 16.5% are current smokers. 3.9% report binge drinking. 3.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kara-Kulja vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes10.4%
High Blood Pressure40.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking3.9%
Depression3.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Kara-Kulja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 300 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 20.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 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 4,541 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation4,541 ft (1,384 m)
Coordinates40.6322°N, 73.5925°W
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.5 in
March 32°F (0°C) 2.2 in
April 47°F (9°C) 3.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.6 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.2 in

Kara-Kulja has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 18°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and August the driest (0.6").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kara-Kulja

What is the population of Kara-Kulja?

Kara-Kulja has a population of 15,616 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan.. The median age of residents is 28.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Kara-Kulja expensive to live in?

Kara-Kulja is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kara-Kulja?

Kara-Kulja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Kara-Kulja?

Kara-Kulja has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kara-Kulja?

15.0% of adults in Kara-Kulja hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kara-Kulja?

The obesity rate in Kara-Kulja is 26.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.5% of adults are smokers. 3.6% of residents report depression.

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