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Akqi
City in Xinjiang, China
Overview
Set in the foothills of western Xinjiang, Akqi is a small, culturally rich town with a significant Uyghur population and a laid-back pace. Famous for its lively markets and genuine hospitality, Akqi offers a window into rural life on the edge of China's highlands.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Autonomous Region
Xinjiang
Population
44,369
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
40.83°, 78.02°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$413
Local Cost
$240
Local Income
$250
Cashless
60
English
20
Temperature
-0.2°C
Summer Avg
10.5°C
Winter Avg
-11.9°C
Record High
25.9°C
Record Low
-29.3°C
Humidity
56%
Precipitation
274 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.
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