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Shymkent, Kazakhstan

Shymkent · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Shymkent is a major city in Shymkent, Kazakhstan with a population of 1,200,000. Elevation: 1,706 ft (520 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,200,000 Population 8,957/sq mi density
1,706 ft Elevation 520 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
19.1 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

Population1,200,000
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density8,957/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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population1,200,000
Population Density8,957 / sq mi
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Coordinates42.3099°, 69.6004°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceShymkent
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation19.1 inches (486 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.7 inches (17 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Shymkent a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shymkent 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. Shymkent 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

Shymkent enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Shymkent has a population of 1,200,000 with a density of 8,957 people per square mile, spread across 134.0 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

1,200,000
Total Population
8,957
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
134.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Shymkent vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shymkent vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shymkent 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: Shymkent 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 Shymkent, 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: Shymkent 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

Shymkent enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.7 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 1,706 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.1 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Area134.0 sq mi (347.0 km²)
Population Density8,957/sq mi
Coordinates42.3099°N, 69.6004°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in Wettest
May 67°F (19°C) 2.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.5 in

Shymkent has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 30°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.1").

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 Density8,957/sq mi
Total Area134.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shymkent

What is the population of Shymkent?

Shymkent has a population of 1,200,000 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 8,957 people per square mile, spread across 134.0 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 Shymkent expensive to live in?

Shymkent 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 Shymkent?

Shymkent enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches, with 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Shymkent?

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

How are the schools in Shymkent?

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

How healthy is Shymkent?

The obesity rate in Shymkent 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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