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Zhanaozen, Kazakhstan

Mangghystaū · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Zhanaozen is a large city in Mangghystaū, Kazakhstan with a population of 103,598. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
103,598 Population 5,211/sq mi density
669 ft Elevation 204 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
5.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Aqtau 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

Population103,598
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density5,211/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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain5.2 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation669 ft (204 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.9%
Population103,598
Population Density5,211 / sq mi
Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates43.3412°, 52.8619°
TimezoneAsia/Aqtau
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceMangghystaū
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation5.2 inches (132 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Zhanaozen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zhanaozen 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. Zhanaozen 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

Zhanaozen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Zhanaozen has a population of 103,598 with a density of 5,211 people per square mile, spread across 19.9 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

103,598
Total Population
5,211
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
19.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Zhanaozen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zhanaozen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zhanaozen 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: Zhanaozen 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 Zhanaozen, 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: Zhanaozen 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

Zhanaozen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 327 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 5.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 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 669 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.2 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area19.9 sq mi (51.5 km²)
Population Density5,211/sq mi
Coordinates43.3412°N, 52.8619°W
TimezoneAsia/Aqtau

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.3 in
March 38°F (3°C) 0.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in Wettest
May 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 0.5 in

Zhanaozen has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F — from 26°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.7") and August the driest (0.2").

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 Density5,211/sq mi
Total Area19.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zhanaozen

What is the population of Zhanaozen?

Zhanaozen has a population of 103,598 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 5,211 people per square mile, spread across 19.9 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 Zhanaozen expensive to live in?

Zhanaozen 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 Zhanaozen?

Zhanaozen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Zhanaozen?

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

How are the schools in Zhanaozen?

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

How healthy is Zhanaozen?

The obesity rate in Zhanaozen 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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