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Turkestan, Kazakhstan

Turkistan · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Turkestan is a large city in Turkistan, Kazakhstan with a population of 227,098. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
227,098 Population 2,997/sq mi density
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
7.6 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

Population227,098
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density2,997/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain7.6 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population227,098
Population Density2,997 / sq mi
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates43.2946°, 68.2569°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceTurkistan
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation7.6 inches (194 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.9 inches (7 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Turkestan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turkestan 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. Turkestan 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

Turkestan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Turkestan has a population of 227,098 with a density of 2,997 people per square mile, spread across 75.8 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

227,098
Total Population
2,997
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
75.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Turkestan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Turkestan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turkestan 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: Turkestan 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 Turkestan, 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: Turkestan 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

Turkestan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 322 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 7.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 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 712 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.6 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area75.8 sq mi (196.3 km²)
Population Density2,997/sq mi
Coordinates43.2946°N, 68.2569°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
March 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in Wettest
May 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Turkestan has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F — from 24°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.1") and August the driest (0.0").

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 Density2,997/sq mi
Total Area75.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Turkestan

What is the population of Turkestan?

Turkestan has a population of 227,098 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 2,997 people per square mile, spread across 75.8 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 Turkestan expensive to live in?

Turkestan 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 Turkestan?

Turkestan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Turkestan?

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

How are the schools in Turkestan?

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

How healthy is Turkestan?

The obesity rate in Turkestan 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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