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

Population84,351

Median Age28.3 yrs

Density4,547/mi²

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 Temp36°F (2°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain19.1 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation5,807 ft (1,770 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband88.5%

Population	84,351
Population Density	4,547 / sq mi
Elevation	5,807 ft (1,770 m)
Coordinates	42.4905°, 78.3920°
Timezone	Asia/Bishkek
Country	🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
State / Province	Issyk-Kul
Average Temperature	36°F (2°C)
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation	19.1 inches (485 mm)
Annual Snowfall	3.9 inches (10 cm)
Median Age	28.3 years

Is Karakol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karakol 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. Karakol 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

Karakol has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Karakol has a population of 84,351 with a density of 4,547 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

84,351

Total Population

4,547

People / sq mi

28.3yrs

Median Age

27% below US avg

18.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Karakol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Karakol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karakol is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Karakol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$2,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	2% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.7%
	78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	30.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Karakol, 26.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.5% are current smokers. 3.6% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.6%
	17% below US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
High Blood Pressure	40.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	3.9%
Depression	3.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.0%

Food & Exercise

Karakol has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)

Annual Average	35.6°F
	34% below US avg
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	19.1 inches
	50% below US avg
Snowfall	3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.2%

Geography

Elevation	5,807 ft (1,770 m)
Area	18.6 sq mi (48.0 km²)
Population Density	4,547/sq mi
Coordinates	42.4905°N, 78.3920°W
Timezone	Asia/Bishkek

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	4,547/sq mi
Total Area	18.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Karakol, Kyrgyzstan

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Is Karakol a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Karakol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Karakol vs U.S. Average

Income: Karakol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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