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Kokshetau, Kazakhstan

Aqmola · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Kokshetau is a large city in Aqmola, Kazakhstan with a population of 150,649. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
150,649 Population 1,668/sq mi density
758 ft Elevation 231 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
12.0 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

Population150,649
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density1,668/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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain12.0 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population150,649
Population Density1,668 / sq mi
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Coordinates53.2841°, 69.3936°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceAqmola
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation12.0 inches (304 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Kokshetau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kokshetau 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. Kokshetau 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

Kokshetau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kokshetau has a population of 150,649 with a density of 1,668 people per square mile, spread across 90.3 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

150,649
Total Population
1,668
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
90.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kokshetau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kokshetau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kokshetau 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: Kokshetau 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 Kokshetau, 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: Kokshetau 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

Kokshetau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 314 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 12.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.5 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 758 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.0 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area90.3 sq mi (234.0 km²)
Population Density1,668/sq mi
Coordinates53.2841°N, 69.3936°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 0.5 in
February 4°F (-15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
March 15°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 38°F (3°C) 0.7 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
October 38°F (4°C) 0.8 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 0.6 in

Kokshetau has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 4°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (0.4").

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 Density1,668/sq mi
Total Area90.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kokshetau

What is the population of Kokshetau?

Kokshetau has a population of 150,649 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 1,668 people per square mile, spread across 90.3 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 Kokshetau expensive to live in?

Kokshetau 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 Kokshetau?

Kokshetau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.0 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Kokshetau?

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

How are the schools in Kokshetau?

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

How healthy is Kokshetau?

The obesity rate in Kokshetau 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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