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Qulsary, Kazakhstan

Atyrau Oblisi · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Qulsary is a mid-size city in Atyrau Oblisi, Kazakhstan with a population of 51,216. Elevation: -46 ft (-14 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
51,216 Population
-46 ft Elevation -14 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
6.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Atyrau Timezone
$12,879 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$12,879 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$300/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,879
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $300
74% 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

Population51,216
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$12,879
Per Capita$12,879
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.0%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$300
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity18.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.9%
Depression15.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain6.0 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation-46 ft (-14 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population51,216
Elevation-46 ft (-14 m)
Coordinates46.9531°, 54.0198°
TimezoneAsia/Atyrau
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceAtyrau Oblisi
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation6.0 inches (153 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$12,879
Median Age31.0 years

Is Qulsary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qulsary receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Qulsary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Qulsary is $12,879, 83% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $300 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Qulsary experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Qulsary has a population of 51,216. 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

51,216
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Qulsary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qulsary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qulsary is $12,879, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Qulsary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,879
83% below US avg
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

Monthly rent averages $300 (74% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$300
74% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

In Qulsary, 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: Qulsary 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

Qulsary experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°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 6.0 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 -46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.0 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation-46 ft (-14 m)
Coordinates46.9531°N, 54.0198°W
TimezoneAsia/Atyrau

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 0.4 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 0.4 in
April 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Wettest
May 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
October 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in
November 34°F (1°C) 0.6 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in

Qulsary has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F — from 15°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.6") and September the driest (0.3").

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 Qulsary

What is the population of Qulsary?

Qulsary has a population of 51,216 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 Qulsary expensive to live in?

Qulsary is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 34.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $12,879, 83% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $300 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Qulsary?

Qulsary 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 81°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.0 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 Qulsary?

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

How much does housing cost in Qulsary?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $300.

How are the schools in Qulsary?

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

How healthy is Qulsary?

The obesity rate in Qulsary 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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