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Akto
City in Xinjiang, China
Overview
Akto is a lively, mid-sized city in Xinjiang, China, known for its rich Uyghur culture, busy bazaars, and scenic surroundings near the Pamir mountains. A crossroads of tradition and modernity, it offers both urban amenities and authentic local experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Autonomous Region
Xinjiang
Population
226,005
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
38.68°, 75.15°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$493
Local Cost
$293
Local Income
$290
Cashless
70
English
15
Temperature
-4.0°C
Summer Avg
5.7°C
Winter Avg
-14.9°C
Record High
20.8°C
Record Low
-33.2°C
Humidity
51%
Precipitation
87 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 40/100.
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