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Suluktu, Kyrgyzstan

Batken · 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

Suluktu is a small city in Batken, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 15,019. Elevation: 4,104 ft (1,251 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
15,019 Population 2,161/sq mi density
4,104 ft Elevation 1,251 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
15.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bishkek Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
2% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

People

Population15,019
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density2,161/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,138
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.7%

Health

Obesity26.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.5%
Depression3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation4,104 ft (1,251 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population15,019
Population Density2,161 / sq mi
Elevation4,104 ft (1,251 m)
Coordinates39.9365°, 69.5678°
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek
Country🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
State / ProvinceBatken
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (395 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Age28.3 years

Is Suluktu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Suluktu receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Suluktu has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Suluktu experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Suluktu has a population of 15,019 with a density of 2,161 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,019
Total Population
2,161
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Suluktu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Suluktu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Suluktu is N/A. Per capita income is $2,138 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 30.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Suluktu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
2% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Suluktu, 26.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. 40.9% have high blood pressure. 16.5% are current smokers. 3.9% report binge drinking. 3.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Suluktu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes10.4%
High Blood Pressure40.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking3.9%
Depression3.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Suluktu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 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 4,104 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation4,104 ft (1,251 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.0 km²)
Population Density2,161/sq mi
Coordinates39.9365°N, 69.5678°W
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in Wettest
May 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.1 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.2 in

Suluktu has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 29°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.2").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,161/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Suluktu

What is the population of Suluktu?

Suluktu has a population of 15,019 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan. The population density is 2,161 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Suluktu expensive to live in?

Suluktu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Suluktu?

Suluktu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Suluktu?

Suluktu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Suluktu?

15.0% of adults in Suluktu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Suluktu?

The obesity rate in Suluktu is 26.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.5% of adults are smokers. 3.6% of residents report depression.

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