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Kazakhstan
Steppe Giants and Nomad Skies
Overview
Central Asia's largest and wealthiest nation, spanning from Caspian oil fields to the Altai Mountains, with a futuristic capital and proud nomadic heritage.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
Central Asia
Land Area
2,724,900 km²
Capital
Astana
Languages
Kazakh, Russian
Currencies
Kazakhstani tenge (₸)
At a Glance
29
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
28
Freedom
33
Security
25
Life Expectancy
70.3 yrs
Median Age
29.5 yrs
Urbanization
58%
Cost Index
34
Housing Index
16
Healthcare Access
25/100
Climate
Average Temperature
8.5°C
Average AQI
29
Most Temperate Cities
1 Maqtaaral Aūdany 15.7°C
2 Asyqata 15.4°C
3 Chardara 14.8°C
4 Saryaghash Aūdany 14.7°C
5 Saryaghash 14.3°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Maqtaaral Aūdany 3 AQI
2 Chardara 3 AQI
3 Asyqata 3 AQI
4 Aqshataū 5 AQI
5 Novodolinskiy 5 AQI
Cities
Aqshataū Novodolinskiy Zhänibek Tasqala Shalqar Tūghyl Georgiyevka Saykhin Peremetnoe Khantaū Irtyshsk Krūgloozernoe
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 34
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 16
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 20.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 10.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 35/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 1/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 81 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 45
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.48% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 38 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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