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Qarabalyq, Kazakhstan

Qostanay · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Qarabalyq is a small city in Qostanay, Kazakhstan with a population of 9,838. Elevation: 623 ft (190 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,838 Population 2,617/sq mi density
623 ft Elevation 190 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
14.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Qostanay 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

Population9,838
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density2,617/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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation623 ft (190 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population9,838
Population Density2,617 / sq mi
Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Coordinates53.7502°, 62.0584°
TimezoneAsia/Qostanay
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceQostanay
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation14.0 inches (356 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Qarabalyq a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qarabalyq 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. Qarabalyq 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

Qarabalyq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Qarabalyq has a population of 9,838 with a density of 2,617 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 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

9,838
Total Population
2,617
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Qarabalyq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qarabalyq vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qarabalyq 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: Qarabalyq 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 Qarabalyq, 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: Qarabalyq 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

Qarabalyq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 311 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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 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 623 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average37.1°F
31% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.0 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density2,617/sq mi
Coordinates53.7502°N, 62.0584°W
TimezoneAsia/Qostanay

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-15°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.6 in
March 18°F (-8°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 42°F (5°C) 0.8 in
May 56°F (14°C) 1.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.9 in

Qarabalyq has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F — from 4°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") 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 Density2,617/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Qarabalyq

What is the population of Qarabalyq?

Qarabalyq has a population of 9,838 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 2,617 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 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 Qarabalyq expensive to live in?

Qarabalyq 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 Qarabalyq?

Qarabalyq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Qarabalyq?

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

How are the schools in Qarabalyq?

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

How healthy is Qarabalyq?

The obesity rate in Qarabalyq 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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