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Aksu
City in Xinjiang, China
Overview
Aksu is a lively city located in Xinjiang, China, known for its blend of Uyghur and Han cultures and its role as a gateway to the region's mountainous landscapes. The city combines lively markets, diverse architecture, and historical significance along the ancient Silk Road.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Autonomous Region
Xinjiang
Population
715,319
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
41.17°, 80.26°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$654
Local Cost
$267
Local Income
$500
Cashless
85
English
20
Temperature
11.3°C
Summer Avg
25.5°C
Winter Avg
-5.0°C
Record High
40.9°C
Record Low
-19.7°C
Humidity
39%
Precipitation
124 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AKU
Distance
11 km
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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.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 55/100.
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