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Karaaul, Kazakhstan

Abai Region · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Karaaul is a small city in Abai Region, Kazakhstan with a population of 5,261. Elevation: 2,041 ft (622 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,261 Population
2,041 ft Elevation 622 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
12.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Almaty 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

Population5,261
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation2,041 ft (622 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population5,261
Elevation2,041 ft (622 m)
Coordinates48.9451°, 79.2550°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceAbai Region
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation12.4 inches (316 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Karaaul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karaaul 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. Karaaul 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

Karaaul has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Karaaul has a population of 5,261. 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

5,261
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Karaaul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karaaul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karaaul 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: Karaaul 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 Karaaul, 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: Karaaul 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

Karaaul has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 313 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 12.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 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 2,041 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation2,041 ft (622 m)
Coordinates48.9451°N, 79.2550°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.7 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 42°F (6°C) 1.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 1.1 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.9 in

Karaaul has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 7°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.7") and March the driest (0.6").

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 Karaaul

What is the population of Karaaul?

Karaaul has a population of 5,261 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 Karaaul expensive to live in?

Karaaul 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 Karaaul?

Karaaul has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.4 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Karaaul?

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

How are the schools in Karaaul?

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

How healthy is Karaaul?

The obesity rate in Karaaul 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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