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Maqat, Kazakhstan

Atyrau Oblisi · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Maqat is a small city in Atyrau Oblisi, Kazakhstan with a population of 14,082. Elevation: -75 ft (-23 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
14,082 Population
-75 ft Elevation -23 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
6.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Atyrau 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

Population14,082
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain6.3 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation-75 ft (-23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population14,082
Elevation-75 ft (-23 m)
Coordinates47.6497°, 53.3429°
TimezoneAsia/Atyrau
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceAtyrau Oblisi
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation6.3 inches (159 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Maqat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maqat 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. Maqat 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

Maqat experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Maqat has a population of 14,082. 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

14,082
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Maqat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maqat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maqat 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: Maqat 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 Maqat, 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: Maqat 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

Maqat experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 325 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 6.3 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 -75 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.3 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation-75 ft (-23 m)
Coordinates47.6497°N, 53.3429°W
TimezoneAsia/Atyrau

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Coldest
March 29°F (-1°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 53°F (11°C) 0.6 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in
November 33°F (0°C) 0.6 in Wettest
December 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in

Maqat has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F — from 15°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (0.6") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Maqat

What is the population of Maqat?

Maqat has a population of 14,082 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 Maqat expensive to live in?

Maqat 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 Maqat?

Maqat has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 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 Maqat?

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

How are the schools in Maqat?

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

How healthy is Maqat?

The obesity rate in Maqat 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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